This Shun Premier 6 1/2 inch serrated utility knife is an excellent knife for slicing cucumbers, tomatoes, salami, and other foods with tough skin. Its sharp, serrated edge is also useful for slicing small loaves of bread like baguettes. The blade on this Shun Premier utility knife has a beautiful hammered finish. You'll love its walnut-finished PakkaWood handle because it's comfortable and attractive. Shun Premier knives are made in Japan and come with a lifetime guarantee with normal use and proper care.