Sakai Takayuki | 33-Layer Hammered Damascus Sugihara Model | Santoku Knife | 180mm | Desert Ironwood

Masterpiece handle x versatile functional beauty: Sakai Takayuki's "33-layer hammered Damascus Sugihara Model" Santoku knife, 180mm

• Handle: This custom handle was crafted by Keido Sugihara, a leading custom knife maker. It is made from desert ironwood, known as the "king of trees." Semi-fossilized in the desert, this wood is incredibly durable, water-resistant, and corrosion-resistant, and it has an amber sheen reminiscent of a polished gemstone.
• Blade Material: The core is made of high-quality stainless steel "VG-10 (VG-10)," which offers an excellent balance of sharpness and rust resistance. The 33-layer Damascus pattern is beautiful and easy to maintain, making it a high-quality knife that is not only suitable for display but also for practical use.
• Finish (Tsuchime): The surface of the blade is given a "Tsuchime" finish, which looks like it has been hammered. This unevenness creates a layer of air between the blade and the food, making it difficult for moist vegetables or slices of meat to stick to the blade, allowing you to cut through them smoothly.
• Shape (Santoku 180mm): This versatile knife is the most common in Japanese households and can be used for three purposes (Santoku) - meat, fish, and vegetables. The 180mm size is the perfect size for home use, neither too big nor too small. Its professional-grade sharpness and beautiful Damascus pattern will transform your everyday cooking time into something special.

The warm handle, crafted by Sugihara, and the coldly beautiful Damascus blade combine to create a supreme masterpiece that quietly speaks of the user's status.