Yaxell Ketu SG2 Santoku Knife - Made in Japan (6.5" blade)

Yaxell Ketu SG2 knives represent the advancement of modern day knife making in a country known for their rich heritage in blades. Utilizing modern powder metallurgy, the core of these knives is made of SG2 powder stainless steel that allows Yaxell to create a knife that is sharper and tougher than ever before. The precisely controlled heat treatment and ice hardening process gives the steel a fine microstructure that allows for unparalleled sharpenability and toughness. Yaxell Ketu knives feature a stainless steel bolster and a well contoured pakkawood handle for balance, durability and comfort. These knives weigh less than the typical German forged knife, but are slightly heavier in the hand than a traditional Japanese knife. This extra weight improves the balance and when paired with the thinly ground hand-sharpened blade, the cutting performance speaks for itself. Yaxell has been crafting premium kitchen cutlery for professionals and home chefs since 1932. As always, all Yaxell knives are made in their own facility in Seki-city, Japan.

• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan using high-performance SG2 powder stainless steel - Exclusive to Japan, SG2 steel is produced using powder metallurgy resulting in a very fine microstructure that allows for further hardening without sacrificing toughness
• Heat treated and ice hardened to a high 63 Rockwell hardness rating (HRC) for improved edge retention over VG10, AUS10 and other similar stainless steels; Stainless clad 3-layer construction to protect the SG2 cutting core and enhanced corrosion resistance
• Stunning tsuchime ("hammered") blade finish enhances food release, while the hand-sharpened highly polished edge (12 degrees, even double bevel) ensures razor sharpness right out of the box
• Fully contoured handle made of resin-infused wood fibers for comfort and durability with stainless steel bolster for balance is adorned with a traditional Japanese mosaic pin and an embossed Yaxell kanji logo on the end
• 6.5" blade length, 1.75" blade height, 11-5/8" overall length; Knife weighs 6.7 oz. (190g); 2mm spine thickness at edge heel; Suitable for both right and left-handed use; Handwash only
• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan; Limited lifetime warranty