165mm Ittetsu VG10 Tsuchime Santoku

The blades are stainless-clad VG10 high-carbon stainless steel.

The hammered pattern on the blade reduces the overall flat surface area which aids in preventing food from sticking to the blade.

Etsu Knives is located in Echizen Fukui prefecture

Location: Echizen, Japan.

Line: IWC

Construction: San mai

Edge Steel: VG10 (HRC ~62)

Cladding: Stainless Steel

Finish: Tsuchime

Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)

Handle: Triple riveted pakka wood scales

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Blade Length: 165mm

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This is a food prep knife designed for users who value excellent sharpness and edge retention.

Japanese chef knives are brittle and are designed for cutting soft tissue foods. High Carbon steel chef knives can rust if not kept dry.