Sakai Takayuki produces TUS Steel, otherwise known as Takayuki Special Steel, which is a molybdenum-vanadium stainless steel alloy. This unique combination of elements results in a higher degree of sharpness and hardness compared to other cost-efficient alloy variations, although not as much as more expensive alloys. Although users of TUS Steel may need to sharpen their blades more frequently, they tend to experience less chipping than when using premium alloys.
