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Yaxell Ketu SG2 8 Chef's Knife - Made in Japan
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- 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
- 8" blade length, 1-3/4" blade height, 13-1/4" overall length; Knife weighs 7.1 oz (205g); Suitable for both right and left-handed use; Handwash only
- 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
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan; Limited lifetime warranty
- Subjected to heat treatment and ice hardening, achieving a notable 63 Rockwell hardness rating (HRC), which offers superior edge retention compared to VG10, AUS10, and other like stainless steels; Features a three-layer stainless cladding to safeguard the SG2 cutting core while providing increased resistance to corrosion.
- Stunning tsuchime ("hammered") blade finish enhances food release, while the hand-sharpened highly polished edge (12 degrees, even double bevel) ensures razor sharpness right out of the box