Sakai Takayuki Damascus Hammered VG-10 Chuka Bocho (Chinese Cleaver) 195mm (7.7")
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This Chuka Bocho, Chinese cleaver is made by Sakai Takayuki, a leading knife maker from Sakai in Osaka, a city famous for its blade craftsmanship. This blade is made with a VG10 core and hammered to produce a 33-layer Damascus pattern. VG10 is one of the best stain-resistant steels used for blades, and this knife has an excellent cutting edge as well as edge retention.
Specifications
- Style: Chinese Cleaver
- Length: 195mm (7.7")
- Weight: 12.8 oz (363g)
- Blade Height at Heel: 85.25mm (3.36")
- Spine Thickness above Heel: 2.15mm (0.08")
- Blade Steel Type: VG 10 Steel
- Handle Material: Mahogany Wood
- Special Feature: 33 layer damascus
- HRC: 60
- Bevel Angle Ratio: 60/40
- Cover: Not included
Chuka Bocho (Chinese Cleaver)
The Chuka Bocho, often referred to as a Chinese cleaver, is a versatile, heavy-bladed knife traditionally used in Chinese cuisine. Despite its cleaver-like appearance, it is not just for chopping bones. Instead, it functions as an all-purpose chef's knife—ideal for slicing vegetables, cutting meat, mincing herbs, and even transferring ingredients thanks to its wide blade.
Unlike Western cleavers, the Chuka Bocho is precision-forged, often thinner and sharper, allowing for delicate cuts while retaining enough weight for heavier tasks. It is favored by professional chefs for its balance, control, and adaptability in a busy kitchen.
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