Yoshimi Kato VG10 8 Layer Damascus Petty-Utility 75mm with Shitan Handle

Yoshimi Kato

Yoshimi Kato hand forges his knives in the town of Takefu, Fukui prefecture. After taking over the company from his father Hiroshi in 2017, Yoshimi continues to craft high quality knives. Kato goes abroad a few times a year to visit his loyal customers and gather feedback to improve his designs and functionality always striving for perfection.



Specifications:
Knife Type: Petty-Utility
Steel Type: VG10 (Stain resistant steel)
HRC: 60-62
Blade Type: Double edged blade
Blade Length: 75mm (3")
Blade Height: 24mm (0.9")
Blade Thickness: 1.8mm
Handle Material: Shitan Handle
Ferrule Material: Pakka wood
Handle Length: 118mm (4.6")
Weight: 42g (1.5 ounces)

Use & 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.