Sakai Takayuki Coreless Damascus Kengata Gyuto 190mm (7.5")

Style : Gyuto
Length : 190mm (7.5")
Weight : 6.7 oz (191g)
Blade Steel Type : VG10/VG2 Multi-Layered Coreless Damascus Stainless Steel
Handle material : Micarta
Bolster: Stainless
Bevel Angle Ratio : 70/30
HRC : 61
Cover : Not included
Special Feature : Coreless Damascus

Sakai Takayuki created this coreless Damascus using a proprietary technology that stack dozens of layers of VG10 and VG2 steels. While most kitchen knives contain a core, the Sakai Takayuki ??coreless?? series does not use a separate core material. Instead, the numerous layers are combined to create a wear resistant, high toughness, high hardness knife with excellent sharpness. Since the knife is without a core, it can be sharpened as the 60/40 double-edge or even as the edge like a 10/90 single-bevel.
This well-balanced knife with thin blade allows the user to cut with very little resistance.
The canvas micarta handle provides a better grip and a more durable long-lasting handle that can tolerate extreme temperatures. Micarta is made of canvas (cotton), linen, plywood, paper, etc. as the core, and is mainly bonded with phenol resin and an perfect material for knife handles, with excellent robustness, water resistance.

The gyuto is the Japanese version of the classic Western chef's knife but the blade is thinner and holds a sharper edge. Use it for chopping, mincing and slicing meat, fish, vegetables and fruit.