{"product_id":"tsaji-vg10-kurodamascus-sujihiki270-iw","title":"Takeshi Saji VG-10 Kurozome Damascus Sujihiki 270mm — Ironwood Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTakeshi Saji VG-10 Kurozome Damascus Sujihiki 270mm\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a long, narrow slicing blade together with a richly figured desert ironwood handle. Made in Echizen, Japan, this knife showcases Saji's distinctive black Damascus finish: bright layered lines stand out against a darker blade face, complemented by a polished stainless bolster and riveted Western handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 270mm blade gives you room for a long draw cut through boneless roasts, cooked meats and fish. Its slim profile helps you work toward even slices with fewer back-and-forth strokes. A VG-10 stainless steel core offers a practical balance of edge retention and corrosion resistance, while the double-bevel edge makes the sujihiki familiar to cooks who already use a Japanese gyuto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a complete knife with the ironwood handle installed. The photographs show the knife offered; the wood grain and Damascus pattern are part of its individual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a sujihiki used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA sujihiki is a Japanese slicing knife for boneless meat and fish. Use long, controlled draw cuts for carving a roast, portioning cooked proteins or making thin slices. It is not intended for bones, frozen foods or heavy chopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife suitable for home cooks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, especially if you regularly carve meat or prepare fish and want a dedicated slicer. Allow enough cutting-board space for its 270mm blade. The installed Western handle gives you a familiar grip, and the stainless steel is easier to care for than reactive carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the blade and ironwood handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand wash with mild soap, then dry the blade and handle promptly. Do not soak it or put it in the dishwasher. Use a wood or knife-friendly synthetic board, such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid abrasive scrubbing on the dark Damascus finish. Maintain the edge with waterstones or use our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eknife sharpening service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takeshi Saji\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Echizen, Fukui, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sujihiki \/ slicing knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG-10 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurozome \/ black Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 270mm nominal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 405mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Midpoint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 210–215g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Desert ironwood, Western style, with stainless bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 59–61\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions, weight and hardness are published model specifications; individual handmade knives may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68306268946656,"sku":null,"price":569.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/takeshi-saji-vg10-kurozome-sujihiki-270mm-ironwood-hero.jpg?v=1793449296","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/tsaji-vg10-kurodamascus-sujihiki270-iw","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}