The Shun Premier 5 1/2 inch santoku knife is a short, easy-to-handle cook's knife for quick chopping. Made in Japan, this Shun Premier santoku is incredibly sharp with a long-lasting edge that's made from Shun's VG-MAX "super steel." The handle and blade look incredible as the handle is made from a walnut-finished PakkaWood and the blade has a great hammered finish. This Shun Premier knife also comes with a lifetime warranty with normal use and care.