Sakai Takayuki 45 Layer Damascus Wa Sujihiki 240mm (9.4")

Description Sakai Takayuki 45 layer  Damascus Sakai Takayuki's 45 Layer Damascus line features an AUS10 steel cutting core and hand-hammered tsuchimi finish for added strength and quick food release. Beautiful octagonal walnut handles are paired with the thin blade to create a light center-balanced feel, and is comfortable in the hand even after long hours of use. Why we love them: Sakai Takayuki 45 Layer Damascus is an all around great performing knife and a perfect choice if you've never used a wa-handled knife before. Specifications Handle material Walnut Blade length 240 mm (9.4") Thickness at spine 1.8 mm Thickness at tip 0.8 mm Hardness (Rockwell scale) 60 Bevel / Edge Double (50/50) Use & Care Handwash in warm water and towel dry Do not cut frozen foods Use a sharpening stone, not a honing steel, to re-sharpen your Japanese chef knives