Masamoto VG Sujihiki 240mm (9.4")

Description  Masamoto VG Line  Masamoto’s VG series is made from Hyper Molybdenum Vanadium steel and was rated #1 Hybrid Chef’s Knife by Cook’s Illustrated Magazine in a survey of top brands. These knives have excellent edge retention and combine the sharpness of carbon steel with rust resistance. The comfortable Duracon resin handles are anti-bacterial and these knives have a light and balanced feel. Specifications Handle material Duracon Resin Blade length 240 mm (9.4") Thickness at spine 2 mm Thickness at tip 0.7 mm Hardness (Rockwell scale) 59 Edge / Bevel 70/30 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