Sakai Takayuki VG10 33 Layer Damascus Petty-Utility 180mm Live oak Lacquered (Kouseki) HandleSakai Takayuki Behind the Sakai Takayuki brand is 600 plus years of knife making history by skilled craftsmen of Sakai City, Osaka prefecture. Originally famous for the production of Samurai swords, the makers in Sakai take pride in their work and never compromise on quality. Specifications: Knife Type: Petty Utility Steel Type: VG10 (Stain resistant steel) Blade Hardness: HRC 60 62 Blade Type: Double edged blade Blade Length: 180mm (7. 1") Blade

Width:14mm

splash with water only

Tanaka-202

as the tips of regular bamboo chopsticks discolor and get greasy after repeated use in hot oil

Handle Length: 90mm

Ceramic honing rods can be used between sharpenings to prolong the life of the edge

it is handy to have one stand

Blade Height: 28mm

Blade Height: 55

however is extremely difficult and time consuming

Color in black

It is very affordable knife considering its specification