Yoshihiro VG-10 16 Layer Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel Kiritsuke Multipurpose knife 8.25"

Forged and hammered with 16 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, the VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial best seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.

Kiritsuke Japanese Chef's Knife is a cross between a chef's knife and a vegetable knife. It is perfect for dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmers market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven.
 
A VG-10 Japanese stainless steel center core with a HRC 60 clad with a sifter steel for exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and durability with ease of sharpening.
An elegant 16 layer hammered outer steel is a stylish yet functional design eliminating friction and keeping food from sticking to the blade.
A full tanged mahogany wood handle that is ergonomically designed to fit the human hand with a sleek finish that is gentle to the touch.
Excellent for entry-level chefs. Hand wash only and sharpen on quality whetstones. Comes ready to use out of the box. 100% handcrafted by skilled tradesmen in Japan. Not mass-produced.

The Kiritsuke is one of the most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have. It is a cross between a chef's knife and a vegetable knife and is perfect for dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmers market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven. Preparing delicious meals starts with taking wholesome ingredients and using the best tools such as a high quality chef's knife to make every meal into something special. From dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmer's market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, even the simplest tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.