Sakai Takayuki VG10 Petty - Utility 120mm 33 Layer Hammered DamascusOne of the best selling family oriented line. The Damascus VG10 series combines the utility provided by the stainless VG10 core steel and the great artistics of damascus pattern soft steel. The VG10 steel is one of the best steels for kitchen knives due to its superior edge retention, sharpness and stain resistance. The layered Damascus steel is hand hammered to strengthen the blade, each knife is hand sharpened and fitted with a stylish redwood

The Gouken

Overall length: 413 mm

Steel: Blue 2 Steel with iron damascus cladding

it could be done with a whetstone rather than have to use a machine (which is not that practical

this knife combines functional slicing performance with the distinct aesthetic qualities characteristic of Kurosaki’s craftsmanship

Kutani-yaki) is a style of Japanese porcelain traditionally supposed to be from Kutani

Hardness (HRC): 62-64

Dyed Resin Western Handle with Metal Pins

but users say that soaking for a few minutes can further improve the sharpening quality

Simply slide onto knife to use

Since each stone comes with its own Nagura Stone

but PM steel is that much harder)