Takeshi Saji Diamond Damascus SG2 Gyuto 240mm Ironwood HandleThis Takeshi Saji Diamond Damascus SG2 Gyuto 240mm is a double bevel chef's knife best fit for professional chefs, enthusiasts, and collectors seeking an etched stainless clad blade with an Arizona desert ironwood handle. The 240mm edge length suits general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing vegetables, and cutting meat. Crafted in Takefu by fourth generation bladesmith Takeshi Saji, this knife features his signature diamond damascus

Blue 2 carbon steel achieves 61-63 HRC and contains tungsten and chromium additions for improved toughness and edge retention

Steel type: SG2 Core with Damascus cladding

Constructed with sanmai stainless damascus cladding over a powdered FAXR2 steel core

This model features a spine measuring 2

this blade features Aogami #1 carbon steel clad in soft iron with a kasumi finish

smooth drawing cuts through soft ingredients

this blade requires immediate drying and light oiling to prevent rust

The Knives and Stones Sukenari ZDP-189 line is truely a beauty by the look

and I have never felt any unwanted movement

It offers a sharp cutting edge that is notably easy to sharpen

hardening to 62-64 HRC

best fit for enthusiasts seeking precise tip work with semi-stainless edge retention