Wusthof Classic Utility Knife, 5-inch (14 cm) - 4522-14 Wusthof Sharpening Stones Includes the model 4506-20 8"

Includes the model 4506-20 8" Classic IKON carving knife

This is normal and will help protect the carbon steel from rusting

and the octagonal wenge wood handle has a great size and very angular profile

It's just one of those knives every kitchen should have and comes in handy for all kinds of things: yes

Wusthof Classic Utility Knife, 5-inch (14 cm) - 4522-14 Wusthof Sharpening Stones Includes the model 4506-20 8"Ideal companion to a Chef's knife. A very useful all around utility slicer knife for meat, fruit, and vegetables. This size and type of knife sits comfortably between a larger chef's knife and full size slicer. Wusthof calls it a "sandwich" knife, but most people would simply consider it an all purpose larger "utility" knife. Pretty handy dandy when you just want a good knife for a quick job without the bulk of a chef's knife. Same comfortable and