165mm Kamo Katsuyasu VG10 Damascus Wa Santoku
165mm Kamo Katsuyasu VG10 Damascus Wa Santoku
Kamo Katsuyasu is a senior blacksmith at Takefu Knife Village in Echizen Japan.
Location: Echizen, Japan
Line: N/A
Construction: San mai
Edge Steel: V10 (HRC ~62)
Cladding: Stainless Damascus
Finish: Migaki
Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)
Handle: Oval-ish pakka wood with integral tapered steel bolster
Weight: ~180 grams
Blade Length: 165mm
Overall Length: ~305mm
Thickness at Heel: ~2.3mm
Blade Height: ~48mm
The best sharpening tools for Japanese knives are leather strops and fine whetstones.
Japanese chef knives are brittle and are designed for cutting soft tissue foods. High Carbon steel chef knives can rust if not kept dry.
***A Note On 2025 Tarriffs for U.S. and International Customers***
***A Note On 2025 Tarriffs for U.S. and International Customers***
Beginning April 5, 2025, Japanese imports entering the U.S. will be subject to a 10% tariff, increasing prices for domestic customers of District Cutlery.
International customers may face additional customs charges, including local VAT and duties with applicable fees, potentially remitted to regulatory authorities on their behalf to ensure compliance. These tariffs may effect costs until further notice.
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