Takayuki Hammered Damascus 7.7" Chinese Chef's Knife

The Takayuki Hammered Damascus Chinese Chef's Knife is a cutlery staple in Asian kitchens. Although the shape resembles a western cleaver, this blade is thinner and lighter. It is designed for chopping, slicing and dicing. The broad surface also comes in handy for scooping and transferring chopped ingredients. Takayuki knives are handmade in Sakai, Japan with 600 years of knife making experience by skilled craftsmen. With this expanded history, the workmanship and technology that creates Takayuki knives remains unchanged. Produced by various craftsmen, lead by head blacksmith, Itsuo Doi, sets the high standard of these high quality knives. Takayuki knives fascinate many people across borders and will continue to attract attention from people all over the world.

Handmade in Sakai, Japan
Limited Lifetime Warranty

Blade Construction: 33-layer hammered damascus stainless steel with VG10 steel core
Handle Construction: Full-tang mahogany color Pakkawood wood with stainless steel rivets and bolster
Rockwell Hardness: 60 degrees
Edge: Approximately 12 degrees, double bevel

Blade Length: 7.7"
Blade Height: 3.5"
Overall Length: 12.25"
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2.20mm
Weight: 12.8 oz. (364g)

Item number: 07403