Tojiro Classic Damascus Santoku Knife - 170mm

The Damascus knife series has improved practicality and durability by adapring a bolster handle.

Real forged multilayered blade made by the same manufacturing process as Japanese sword making. It is very precise and has excellent sharpness.

Reinforced laminated handle is very durable and tough, not easily deformed and strong against deterioration over time.
Metal bolster is very hygienic and prevents stain and dirt from being accumulated between blade and handle.

Location: Niigata,Japan

Line: Damascus Classic

Construction: Damascus

Edge Steel: VG10(60 HRC)

Cladding: 36-Layer Stainless Steel

Finish: Migaki

Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)

Handle: Triple riveted Reinforced Laminated Material, Full-Tang

Weight: 180g

Blade Length: 170mm

Overall Length: 295mm

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

The best sharpening tools for Japanese knives are leather strops and fine whetstones