Sakai Takayuki Gyuto Japanese Chef Knife 210mm (8.3") / 240mm (9.4") Damascus 69 Layer -Ginga

Ideal for: Chopping, slicing, disjointing, dicing, and julienning. Useful on food types: Medium to large proteins, variety of vegetables including carrots, onions, garlic, peppers, and lettuce. Gyuto Japanese Chef Knife Blade Material: Damascus 69 Layer ZA-18 Stainless Steel coreBlade Length: 210mm (8.3")  Edge Type: Double BevelHandle Type: Japanese Style, Wenge and Buffalo Horn Handle Weight: 138 / 175 gBlade Width: 46 / 50 mmBlade Thickness: 2 / 2 mmHandle Length: 140 / 145 mmHandle Thickness: 30 / 30 mm The Gyuto, also known as a Chef's knife, is one of the most well known and versatile knives.  This is a Sakai Takayuki Western style series that is resistant to rust. This series is called Ginga which means Galaxy, evident by the stunning visual patterns on the blades. The handle is beautiful Wenge wood.  Wenge is an African timber that has a beautiful black and gentle color tone and a unique delicate grain. It is known as very strong and hard wood. ZA-18 has features very