Takamura Tsuchime (Hammered) VG10 Japanese knife Gyuto 210 mm

Master Takamura is known for producing beautifully crafted knives from the most advanced steels available on the market. Their fit and finish are some of the best I've personally seen on Japanese knives. The Takamura Tsuchime VG10 Gyuto 210mm is a slim laser, extremely lightweight, perfectly balanced and razor sharp right out of the box.

Takamura does an excellent job of forging and heat treating VG10, which, when properly machined, is an excellent steel. The knife is also very stain resistant and is wrapped in a softer stainless steel sheath for added strength. It just flies through products effortlessly! The 60 +/- 1 blade hardness also makes it easy to sharpen the knife, which is handy for busy kitchens. The classic Takamura 8000 grit and Tsuchime forged finish make these knives easy to cut.

Specifications / Information:

Each knife is made by Takamura from start to finish.

Weight: 5.8 ounces

Blade length: 210mm (8.25inch)

Overall length: 340 mm (13.5 inches)

Butt thickness: 1.8 mm.

Blade height: 45.2mm

Blade material - VG10 stainless steel clad with softer forged stainless steel

Blade hardness - 60-61HRC

Edge geometry - double bevel

Finish - polished tsuchime (forging)

Handle shape - western

Handle material - black / gray pakka wood, stainless steel roller

Takamura knives are already razor sharp from the manufacturer.

Takamura is known for its attention to detail, really beautiful fit and finish, and excellent blade grinding. This knife has a beautiful tsuchime (forged) finish and is made of VG-10 stainless steel with excellent heat treatment. The result is a great combination of aesthetics, performance and price.

Do not put this knife in the dishwasher or cut frozen food, bones, or other hard materials.