Masutani Kokuryu VG10 Damascus Tsuchime Gyuto 180mm Western HandleThe Masutani Kokuryu VG10 Damascus Tsuchime Gyuto 180mm Western Handle is a stainless steel chef's knife best fit for first timers, students, and professional chefs seeking an Echizen made blade with excellent out of the box sharpness. Crafted by fourth generation blacksmith Kunio Masutani in Takefu Knife Village, this gyuto features a double bevel edge ground from VG10 core steel clad in stainless Damascus. The 178mm edge length suits general purpose

The spine measures 3

this knife pairs its thin geometry with a tapered octagonal ebony handle that provides a geometric grip profile suited to the traditional wa-style form factor

It is almost impossible to really tell the “layers” through the strikingly beautiful yet convoluted pattern

even Iron Chef Jun Kurogi and sushi master Takeshi Saito Sushi Saito  uses his knife

the poor F&F of Tanaka knives could be a big concern for customers who want a good knife in all aspects

and chopping tasks for vegetables and meat

creating a western-style grip

SG2 steel measures HRC 62-64 and provides high wear resistance with excellent edge retention

The design of Kutani ware normally features the beauty of nature

primarily in Ginsan steel with featured wide bevel

however after a few iterations

buffalo horn ferrule (bolster)