Brand: Takamura
Maker: Takamura Hamono
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Shape: Gyuto (Chef's Knife)
Blade Construction: San Mai
Core Steel: VG10 Stainless Steel
Hardness: 60-61 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Migaki ("Polished")
Engraving: Stamped ("Made by Takamura")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle: Pakkawood with Stainless Steel Rivets
Bolster: Stainless Steel
Blade Length: 7" (180mm)
Edge Length: 7" (180mm)
Blade Height: 1.7" (43mm)
Handle Length: 4.7" (120mm)
Overall Length: 11.8" (300mm)
Spine Thickness: 1.8mm at Heel
Weight: 5.7 oz. (147g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: TK-VS180GY