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Yaxell Ketu SG2 Chef's Knife - 9.5" Japanese Blade
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Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, this knife features high-performance SG2 powder stainless steel. Produced using powder metallurgy, SG2 steel offers a fine microstructure that allows for further hardening without sacrificing toughness.
Heat treated and ice hardened, this knife reaches a high 63 Rockwell hardness rating (HRC), providing improved edge retention compared to VG10, AUS10, and other similar stainless steels. Its stainless clad 3-layer construction protects the SG2 cutting core and enhances corrosion resistance.
The stunning tsuchime ("hammered") blade finish improves food release, while the hand-sharpened, highly polished edge (12 degrees, even double bevel) ensures razor-sharpness right out of the box.
The fully contoured handle, made of resin-infused wood fibers, offers durability and comfort. The stainless steel bolster enhances balance, and the knife is adorned with a traditional Japanese mosaic pin and an embossed Yaxell kanji logo.
With a 9.5" blade length, 1-7/8" blade height, and 14-5/8" overall length, this knife weighs 8.1 oz. (233g) and is suitable for both right and left-handed use. Hand wash only.
Crafted in Seki, Japan; enjoy a limited lifetime warranty.
