The Katana Saya Pakkawo blade 8 Pce Steak Knife & Fork Set has a 67 layers of VG-10 Damascus steel, the highest quality steel with a high carbon content that gives it exceptional toughness. The exquisite craftmanship in these knives can be seen in the elegant layered damascus pattern on the blade. The blade is finished with deep black finished Pakkawood handle which strikes a balance between opulence and hard wearing-durability.