Sakai Takayuki VG5 Hammered Kiritsuke Gyuto 190mm Brown Pakkawood Handle

Behind the Sakai Takayuki brand is 600 plus years of knife making history by skilled craftsmen of Sakai City, Osaka prefecture. Originally famous for the production of Samurai swords, the makers in Sakai take pride in their work and never compromise on quality. 

VG5 steel (59-60 HRC) delivers excellent edge retention while remaining easy to sharpen. Its vanadium creates finer carbides for enhanced performance and durability. It resists corrosion well—essential for kitchen knives exposed to acidic foods and moisture. Made with low-impurity materials and more carbon and molybdenum than VG2, plus vanadium, VG5 balances hardness, abrasion resistance, and corrosion resistance. While VG10 (with added carbon and cobalt) targets premium knives, VG5 delivers an optimal balance of easy maintenance and performance for various kitchen tools.

Specifications:
Knife Type: Kiritsuke Gyuto
Steel Type: VG5 (Stainless Steel)
Blade Hardness: 59-60 HRC
Blade Type: Double edged blade
Blade Length: 190mm (7.5")
Blade Height: 46.5mm (1.8")
Blade Thickness: 2mm (0.1")
Ferrule Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Material: Brown Pakka wood
Handle Length: 115mm (4.5")
Weight: 189g (6.7 ounces)

Use and Care
- Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break.
- Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.
- Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.
- Do not use a dishwasher to clean your knife.