135mm Ittetsu VG10 Damascus Yo Petty Utility

The blades are damascus-clad VG10 high-carbon stainless steel manufactured by Hokiyama

The hammered pattern on the blade reduces the overall flat surface area which aids in preventing food from sticking to the blade.

Etsu Knives is located in Echizen Fukui prefecture

Location: Tosa, Japan.

Line: IWC

Construction: San mai

Edge Steel: VG10 (HRC ~62)

Cladding: Damascus Stainless Steel

Finish: Tsuchime

Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)

Handle: Triple riveted pakka wood scales

Weight: ~88g

Blade Length: 135mm

Overall Length: ~250mm

Thickness at Heel: ~1.8mm

Blade Height: ~28.2mm

This is a food prep knife designed for users who value excellent sharpness and edge retention.

Japanese chef knives are brittle and are designed for cutting soft tissue foods. High Carbon steel chef knives can rust if not kept dry.