{"product_id":"tsaji-vg10w-gold-gyuto240-iw","title":"Takeshi Saji VG-10W Gold Damascus Gyuto 240mm — Ironwood Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Takeshi Saji VG-10W Gold Damascus Gyuto 240mm combines a full-size Japanese chef's blade with a contoured Western ironwood handle. Gold-toned lines trace the dark Damascus finish, while a polished stainless steel bolster and decorative mosaic pin complete the knife's distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Echizen, Japan, this gyuto gives you the length for larger vegetables and long slices through boneless meat or fish. The curved edge supports a gentle rocking motion, and the pointed tip handles more precise cuts. Its fitted ironwood handle offers a substantial grip for cooks who prefer the familiar shape of a Western chef's knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA VG-10W stainless steel cutting core sits within Gold Damascus cladding. Stainless steel, brass, and copper create the layered pattern, which can develop character with use. The Damascus pattern and natural ironwood grain vary from knife to knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a 240mm gyuto best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an all-purpose chef's knife for slicing, chopping, and dicing vegetables, herbs, and boneless proteins. The longer edge is especially useful for larger ingredients and longer slicing strokes. Use it on a cutting board with enough room for the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Saji gyuto stainless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe VG-10W core is stainless steel, but the brass and copper in the decorative cladding can change color over time. Hand wash and dry promptly to protect the blade finish and ironwood handle. Avoid soaking, dishwashers, and abrasive polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with the handle installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This is a complete knife with a fitted Western ironwood handle, stainless steel bolster, and mosaic pin. It is a good choice for home cooks or chefs who enjoy a substantial handle and a longer chef's knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut on wood or a knife-friendly surface such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid bones, frozen foods, and twisting the edge in a cut. Maintain the edge with a suitable whetstone or professional sharpening, and store the knife with its edge protected.\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 Gyuto \/ Japanese chef's knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG-10W stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Damascus with stainless steel, brass, and copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black-dyed Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 300g (supplier catalog specification)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ironwood, Western style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative mosaic pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e HJ-4109\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68306269503712,"sku":"HJ-4109","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/saji-vg10w-gold-damascus-gyuto-240mm-ironwood-hero.jpg?v=1793432155","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/tsaji-vg10w-gold-gyuto240-iw","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}