Isshin Damascus AUS10 Kiritsuke Gyuto Knife 240mm

Brand:  Isshin Cutlery
Type:  Kiritsuke Gyuto / Chef Knife (Double Bevel)
Blade Material: AUS10 / Nickel 67 Layers Damascus (Acid Etching Finish)
                Core: AUS10
Blade Length:  240 mm (9.4'')
Total Length: 405 mm (15.9")
Thickness of Spine: 2mm
Weight: 168 g (5.9 oz)
Blade Height: 48 mm
Handle: Lacquered Oak Octagonal Handle
HRC: 60
Made in Japan

　The elegant wave pattern, known as "Sumi Nagashi," is a cherished hallmark of Japanese cutlery craftsmanship. This distinctive design is inspired by the techniques used in traditional Japanese swordmaking ("Katana"). The blade is crafted from a combination of low and high-carbon stainless steel, folded into 67 layers, creating a unique wave pattern with no two blades alike.

　This knife is expertly forged to be durable enough for both home and professional use.

　The blade shape is called "HAMAGURI-BA" in Japanese, with HAMAGURI meaning "clam" and BA meaning "blade" or "edge." This shape allows the kitchen knife to cut smoothly through ingredients, offering both strength and durability.

　AUS10 is a high-grade stainless steel made by Aichi Steel Co., Ltd. It is enhanced with chromium, molybdenum, vanadium, and other elements to improve hardness and wear resistance. The steel's high carbon content allows for excellent edge retention and sharpness, achieved through controlled heat treatment for optimal hardness.

NOTE:
Avoid twisting the edge or striking the blade. Do not cut frozen foods or bones, as the thinner, sharper edge of Japanese knives may chip or break. Since Japanese knives are handcrafted, slight scratches may appear naturally.