Sakai Takayuki | 33-Layer Hammered Damascus Sugihara Model | Sword-Shaped Yanagiba Knife | 270mm | Desert Ironwood

[Masterful Handle x 33 Layers of Sparkle] Sakai Takayuki's "33-Layer Hammered Damascus Sugihara Model" Series Sword-Shaped Yanagiba Knife 270mm

• 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 this knife the best spec not only for decorative purposes but also for practical use.
• Finishing (Tsuchime): The surface of the blade is given a "Tsuchime" finish, which looks like it was made by hammering. This creates a layer of air between the blade and the food, making it less likely for fatty sashimi to stick to the blade and allowing you to cut through smoothly.
• Shape (Sword-shaped Yanagiba 270mm): The sharp, pointed tip of the "Sword-shaped" knife is, as its name suggests, attractive for its dignified appearance like a sword. The 270mm blade length is the perfect size for beautifully slicing sashimi slices with a single stroke, and the sharp tip is also effective for making elaborate cuts.

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.