Yaxell Ketu SG2 Nakiri Knife - 6.5 Blade, Made in Japan

About this item

• 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
• - Blade measures 6.5 inches in length and 1-7/8 inches in height.
• - The total length is 11.75 inches.
• - It has a weight of 7.4 ounces (equivalent to 210 grams).
• - The spine thickness at the heel edge is 2 millimeters.
• - Designed for use by both right-handed and left-handed individuals.
• - Recommended to be washed by hand 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
• Heat treated and ice hardened to a high 63 Rockwell hardness rating (HRC) for improved edge retention over VG10, AUS10 and other similar stainless steels; Stainless clad 3-layer construction to protect the SG2 cutting core and enhanced corrosion resistance
• 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