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Handforged by head blacksmith Takumi Ikeda, former apprentice of master Anryu San.
8.25" Gyuto made of blue super steel clad in stainless.
Hammered Finish.
The handle is octagonal rosewood and ebony.
Japanese chef knives are brittle and are designed for cutting soft tissue foods. High Carbon steel chef knives can rust if not kept dry.