Santoku Knife, Masuya, Nashiji Finish, VG10 Steel, With Bolster, 170mm

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In Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture, the Masuya knife continues the 700-year tradition of "Echizen Uchihamono," a legacy passed down through four generations. Masuya Cutlery produces kitchen knives for home use with the same quality demanded by professionals. Crafted by skilled artisans, these knives are thin yet resilient, durable, and flexible, enhancing the joy of cooking with their smooth cutting performance and fine edges. Made with the philosophy of making kitchen work easier and more enjoyable, these knives are dedicated to daily culinary delights.

The blade features a "Nashiji" (pear skin) finish, inspired by the texture of a pear's skin, which creates a rough surface on the sides of the blade, improving food release. This knife incorporates world-recognized techniques that have been a part of Masuya Cutlery's tradition for generations.

Description of the Blade
Origin: Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture (Echizen Cutlery)
Category: Santoku
Blade length: 170mm
Steel material: VG10 Steel
Handle: Laminated handle with bolster
(The inclusion of a bolster prevents dirt accumulation at the junction of the blade and handle, ensuring hygienic use)

The knife is made from high-grade stainless blade steel developed by Takefu Special Steel, not just for Echizen cutlery but widely used in many applications. It's a chromium-rich, rust-resistant stainless steel. The VG series, including VG1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 10, VG Special, and Kin 2, are distinguished by their carbon and chromium content. VG10 Steel is made with high-purity raw iron, selected for its quality and forged using the finest steel-making technology. This results in a blade that is tough, easy to work with, and excellent in forging. Moreover, it is corrosion-resistant due to the absence of harmful impurities and is known for its wear resistance, a major feature of the "VG" series. The addition of cobalt makes the blade easier to sharpen, enhancing its overall functionality.