Narukami, "thunderbolt" in Japanese, brings you the sharp, edge-holding performance of carbon steel in a strikingly styled kitchen knife. The ultimate performance of a carbon steel cutting core meats the beauty and benefits of san mai cladding. Shun jackets the Blue II carbon steel core with a layer of bead-blasted san mai stainless steel on each side, making these knives easier to maintain. The cladding protects the core, while the bead blasting hides scratches and helps food release. The full tang construction and riveted micarta handles make these lightweight and nimble knives built to last.