Yoshimi Kato VG-10 Nishiiji Damascus Gyuto 240 - Blade only

Specs: Brand: Kato Nashiji Suminagashi Blacksmith: Yoshimi Kato Location: Echizen, Japan Construction: San Mai Method: Hammer Forged Core Edge Steel: VG-10 Cladding: Nashiji/Damascus Stainless HRC: 61 Edge Length: 240 mm Spine Thickness at tang: 4 mm Spine Thickness at heel: 3.3 mm Spine Thickness at midway: 2.1 mm Spine Thickness at @1cm from tip: 0.75 mm Blade Height: 51 mm Use & Care Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break with improper use. Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. Never put the knife in a dishwasher, nor soak it in water. Ever! Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade. Do not use on hard melons or items that may torque the blade. Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.