Yoshihiro VG-10 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Kiritsuke Multipurpose Japanese Chefs Knife (Octagonal Shitan Rosewood Handle)
SKU:
- 60 HRC
- Yes
- Free Magnetic Oak Saya Included
Blade Hardness
HRC (Rockwell Hardness) measures how hard the blade's steel is. Kitchen knife steel typically falls in the high-50s to mid-60s on this scale. Harder steel is built to hold a fine edge over long use, while softer steel favors flexibility and easy resharpening. The right HRC depends on the steel and design, not a single higher-is-better number.
Stain Resistant
This steel resists rust and staining from moisture and acidic foods, making it easy to maintain with routine care.
Saya Cover
This knife comes with its saya cover included at no additional cost, shaped to its exact blade for the same custom fit customers pay extra for on other knives.
Full Specifications
Blade
- Knife Type
- Kiritsuke (Sword-Tip Knife)
- Primary Use
- All-purpose / General kitchen prep
- Blade Metal
- VG-10 Steel
- Construction
- Multi-Layer Damascus (46-Layer)
- Blade Hardness
- 60 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Double Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Hammered Damascus
- Stain Resistant
- Yes
Handle
- Handle Material
- Rosewood
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Ebony
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
The Hayate Yoshihiro VG-10 Hammered Damascus Kiritsuke Multipurpose Chefs Knife is a masterpiece forged from 46 layers of Damascus steel with a VG-10 core, delivering both extraordinary sharpness and lasting edge retention. This series has become a perennial best-seller, celebrated for its balance of performance, beauty, and exceptional value. Proudly crafted in Japan, each knife is meticulously handmade by skilled artisans.
The VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series features a traditional Japanese Wa-style octagonal handle made from Shitan Rosewood, known for its lightweight and ergonomic design that seamlessly molds to the hand, making it comfortable for extended use. Additionally, a protective wooden Saya sheath is included, not only to protect the blade but also to enhance its aesthetic appeal when not in use. The blade's hammered texture helps to reduce friction and prevents food from sticking, allowing for smoother, uninterrupted cutting.
The Kiritsuke Japanese Chef's Knife is the perfect fusion of a chef's knife and a vegetable knife, making it an essential tool in any kitchen. Whether you're dicing, slicing, or chopping fresh produce from the farmer's market, or carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, this knife effortlessly handles it all.
With its blend of elegance and functionality, the Yoshihiro VG-10 Hammered Damascus Kiritsuke is more than a knife; it's a testament to traditional artistry and performance.
Care & Origin
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Care Instructions
- Hand wash only.
Dry immediately.
Avoid the dishwasher. - Sharpening Method
- Sharpen by hand using whetstones. Do not use honing rods.