Sakai Takayuki Ginga ZA-18 Damascus Santoku 180mm Barbeque The single bevel geometry includes

The single bevel geometry includes a concave ura on the reverse side and is configured specifically for right-handed use

thanks to the modern metallurgy technology

The Masamoto VG series features their special "Hyper Molybdenum Vanadium" steel with about 1% of carbon

for Coarse/Medium grit waterstones

Sakai Takayuki Ginga ZA-18 Damascus Santoku 180mm Barbeque The single bevel geometry includesThe GINGA (Galaxy) line from Sakai Takayuki has a stunning mirror finished 69 layer damascus finish cladding, with latest alloy core ZA 18, developed by Aichi Steel Co. With 1. 2% Carbon, 18% Chromium and additional 1. 8% Cobalt, ZA 18 with typical HRC 61 63 can reach high sharpness, excellent edge retention and extra strong to bending and breaking. Measurement 180mm Weight 145 g Total Length 340 mm Tip to Heel Length 186 mm Blade Height at Heel 46. 6