Yaxell Ketu SG2 Chef's Knife from Japan (8.5 blade)

About this item

• 8.5" blade length, Extra wide 2.25" blade height, 13.5" overall length; Knife weighs 9.1 oz. (260g); 2mm spine thickness at edge heel; Suitable for both right and left-handed use; Hand wash only
• The impressive tsuchime ("hammered") finish on the blade promotes easy food release, while the meticulously hand-sharpened, highly polished edge (12 degrees, double bevel) guarantees exceptional sharpness straight from the packaging.
• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan; Limited lifetime warranty
• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan using high-performance SG2 powder stainless steel - Exclusive to Japan, SG2 steel is produced using powder metallurgy resulting in a very fine microstructure that allows for further hardening without sacrificing toughness
• Fully contoured handle made of resin-infused wood fibers for comfort and durability with stainless steel bolster for balance is adorned with a traditional Japanese mosaic pin and an embossed Yaxell kanji logo on the end
• Heat treated and ice hardened to a high 63 Rockwell hardness rating (HRC) for improved edge retention over VG10, AUS10 and other similar stainless steels; Stainless clad 3-layer construction to protect the SG2 cutting core and enhanced corrosion resistance