Sunlong Chef's Knives 8 inch Gyuto Japanese Hammered Damascus Steel Natural Rose Wooden Handle

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These are terms that refer to Japanese ferrule, whereas the term Kuchigane is used for metal bolsters of Western-style knives. Highly appreciated by professional and hobby cooks around the world, this brand is known for its kitchen knives of excellent cutting performance and durability. Never forget that at MyChefKnives you can find the best kitchen tools and accessories that you need in your kitchen!

We love the history and craftsmanship that goes into making Japanese chef knives and accessories and the excitement and enjoyment you experience when using a truly sharp knife in the kitchen. Because of its accessibility and workability, it is a popular choice for knife makers all over the world. Indeed, it is perfect for performing a wide variety of cuts in all types of foods such as fish, vegetables, fruits and meats. A Japanese knife is only sharpened on one side, with the non-sharpened side designed to stop foods sticking to the blade. For this reason, a number composite materials - a mixture of natural and artificial materials - have been developed and added to the traditional handle material array.Truly, each one of the Knife Makers and Craftsmen has their own distinct knife making philosophy and knife characteristics. Aside from magnolia wood, the most common types of wood used for ‘wa’ handles are rosewood, ebony wood, walnut, cherry, oak, maple, and chestnut. This makes handles of this type extremely durable, resistant to humidity and abrasion, and easy to grip and maintain. With a length of 21 centimeters, the top-quality blade of this chef knife is made with 3 different layers of steel plus a VG10 steel core, which gives a high level of endurance and resistance.

With use, the surface of a handle made from softer wood loses its smoothness and gloss, which gives it an even better grip. The combination of unique traditional hammer forged blades and unique, Excellent-Quality custom handles results in the creation of 'out-of-this-world’ Masterpiece Japanese knives that are on a whole new level! The following are my understanding and observations based on my experience of working with knives, from making, using, and selling, for over 30 years. individual layers of premium Damascus Steel are folded over either side to add strength and a beautiful texture.If not properly cared for, it is prone to cracking – it requires good seasoning and sealing before use. Speaking to the Magnolia Wood handle, the Japanese-Style D-shaped figure fits better comfortably to your hand. Composite materials are created by combining different elements with separate desired characteristics.

They are of both extremely high quality whilst being functional and appropriate for everyday kitchen use. Since it is a mixture of natural and man-made materials, the choice of colors, textures, and finishes is limited only by the imagination of the manufacturer. Due to the multi-layered blade construction of classic Japanese knives, one has the first clue if it is an authentic knife or not. By mixing different types of handle and ferrule materials together, blacksmiths create numerous unique combinations!Echizen Blacksmith, Takeshi Saji is the leading knife maker in Takefu city, another town of cutlery. With a history of over 100 years, the Yoshihiro knife brand has been a leading provider of premium kitchen cutlery in Japan.