From the Henckels Four Star collection, this Asian cook's set includes: 3-in. Kudamono paring knife with hollow edge 5-in. Santoku with hollow edge Use the paring knife for peeling apples and potatoes and the Santoku for chopping onions or mincing parsley. The hollow edges help prevent food from sticking to the blades.J.A. Henckels has been manufacturing fine cutlery since 1731. Made in Solingen, Germany, its knives are forged, not stamped. Blade density is improved using the FRIODUR ice-hardening process, which provides a sharper initial edge for easier maintenance over time. Knives in the Four Star series are made of high-carbon stainless steel and precision-honed, with a laser-controlled edge, a balanced super-bolster and a tang that extends to the back of the polypropylene handle, which is permanently bonded for seamless accuracy.Features of SIGMAFORGE?? knives are:New one piece constructionHigh forging precisionHigher stability of bladePerfect geometryImproved steel structure for less metal fatigueImproved cutting-edge retention and lasting sharpnessImproved weight and balanceFRIODUR?? ice hardened for maximum no-stain properties and more blade strength