Kanetsugu Saiun Japanese knives

Find Kanetsugu Saiun knives on KnifeLeader! These Japanese knives are the embodiment of Japanese quality in cutlery. The blade of the Saiun Kanetsugu knife is damascened: its core is made of VG10 steel with 1% carbon, an alloy renowned in cutlery circles. It enables you to sharpen the knife thoroughly, to reveal its cutting potential, while holding the sharpness durably. This specific core is then surrounded by 32 layers of steel superimposed one on top of the other, i.e. steels softer than VG10. In the end, the blade of the Kanetsugu Saiun knife is made of 65 layers (with the 32 layers folded over the core) and you can see them on its cutting surface. Each of the knives features beautiful, unique waves, for a totally new look on each piece. The handle of the Kanetsugu Saiun knife is made of Micarta, a material that is particularly resistant to humidity and temperature variations, making it ideal for use in the kitchen. You'll be delighted by the timeless style of these knives at first glance! Take a look at the models in the range, and discover the other Kanetsugu knife ranges using the menu on your left!