MASUTANI VG-1 GOLD HAMMARED SANTOKU 165MM

MASUTANI  VG-1 GOLD  HAMMARED SANTOKU 165MM

This is handcrafted by Masutani San in Takefu, Fukui prefecture. This understated knife is made of high carbon stainless VG1 steel clad with soft stainless and ground thin for superior cutting performance. VG1 is from the same family of steels as VG10 but isn’t as heavily alloyed or quite as high carbon, it is known as having better toughness than VG10 but not quite as good edge retention. The handle is made from Pakka wood, popular for handle making due to its toughness and durability.

Edge Angle: Double-edged 

Blade Length: 165mm 

Total Length: 290mm

Weight: 135g

Hardness: 57/59HRC

Steel: VG-1

Handle Material: Pakka 

Saya/ Sheath: Not included

Resistance: Stainless