Description

This premium quality Chef's Knife from Yaxell's Super Gou range is all about sharpness and agility. Its blade is specially tempered like a sword so the edges stay sharp for the long haul. The surface features a stunning Damascus pattern, which marks the highest quality of a knife and its signature, hand engraved Japanese characters Super Gou which means the Samurai Spirit. The blade's core is made from the extremely hard SG2 powdered stainless steel while the handle is made of canvas-micarta that is water-resistant and will last for decades.

Key Features:

• Go-to knife in any chef's collection and perfect for most cutting tasks from dicing and mincing fresh produce to carving and breaking down meat
• Blade core is made of ultra-hard SG2 powdered stainless steel with a micro carbide distribution
• Core is clad by 160 layers of stainless steel, 80 layers on each side, creating a beautiful Damascus pattern on the blade for an exquisite look as well as added toughness and protection
• Blade hardness is approximately 63 Rockwell, which gives the knife edge exceptional strength and retention with no risk of chipping during normal use
• Knife is honed with a double bevel edge and hand-sharpened to 12-15 degrees on both sides for incredible razor sharpness
• Elegant black handle made of canvas-micarta, a water-resistant and highly durable resin and linen material, is contoured to rest easily in the hand
• Solid forged stainless steel end and bolster are seamlessly welded to the blade to provide a stable and comfortable grip
• Hand-engraved Japanese characters on the blade stand for Super Gou, the samurai spirit
• Crafted in the heart of Seki, the Japanese capital for sword and knife-making for over 700 years
• Premium, sharp knife that suits both left and right-handed users
• Equip your kitchen with other top-end knives from the Yaxell Super Gou range