Saji Rainbow Damascus 6.5" Santoku

The Saji Rainbow Damascus Santoku Knife is an all-purpose knife used for cutting meat, fish, vegetables, and more. Takeshi Saji is officially recognized as Dentoukougeishi - meaning Traditional Master Craftsman - by the Japanese Ministry of International Trade and Industry. Saji-san's knives are both beautiful and functional. This knife has a mirror polish finish that reallyl enhances Saji-san's signature colored damascus steel. This knife is made in Echizen, Japan and includes a wooden gift box for an impressive gift presentation.

Brand: Saji
Maker: Takeshi Saji
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Shape: Santoku

Blade Construction: San Mai
Core Steel: VG10W Stainless Steel
Hardness: 61-62 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel, Brass & Copper Damascus
Finish: Mirror Polish
Mark: Hand Engraved ("Saji Made")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)

Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony

Includes Wood Gift Box

Blade Length: 6.5" (165mm)
Edge Length: 6.5" (165mm)
Blade Height: 1.9" (48mm)
Handle Length: 5" (128mm)
Overall Length: 12.2" (310mm)
Spine Thickness: 1.9mm
Weight: 5.3 oz. (152g)

Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). Although this knife features a cutting core of stainless steel and will not rust easily, the brass and copper cladding may patina and change color over time.

Item number: SH-VWRD-S165-E