With its bold design and refined finish, the 21-cm Sayuto Rekka Damascus VG10 hammered-finish kiritsuke knife with a ziricote handle adds a touch of elegance to your cooking!
A blade that combines precision and versatility
Measuring 21 cm in length, this kiritsuke blade offers a generous cutting range to support your daily cooking tasks. Its distinctive silhouette, recognizable by its angular tip known as the K-tip, combines the functionality of a chef’s knife with excellent precision for delicate tasks.
At the heart of the blade lies VG10 stainless steel, a Japanese alloy prized for its cutting performance. With a carbon content of approximately 1%, this steel has a structure ideal for achieving a fine, high-performance edge. Its hardness of 60 HRC on the Rockwell scale ensures excellent edge retention over time, while allowing for regular maintenance with a whetstone.
This core is surrounded by damask steel with wavy patterns, whose layers create beautiful designs on the sides of the blade. Added to this finish is a hammered surface with unique patterns, which gives the knife plenty of character! The raised patterns from the hammering can also help prevent certain foods from sticking during cutting. The combination of these two finishes creates a particularly refined visual effect, where the steel’s reflections highlight every detail.
A wooden handle with remarkable finishes
The handle of this kiritsuke is crafted from black ziricote wood, a species prized for its deep, contrasting grain. Its dark hues, crisscrossed with natural patterns, give the knife an elegant character. The wood features variations in pattern that contribute to the charm of this material and make each handle visually unique.
Its octagonal shape promotes a comfortable grip and good control over the blade’s orientation. Its various facets allow the fingers to naturally find their resting points while cutting. This geometry is suitable for both right- and left-handed users, while facilitating precise movements.
At the center of the handle, a decorative mosaic rivet adds a particularly refined detail to the overall design. Its metallic pattern contrasts with the depth of the black wood and provides a sophisticated finish. To complete this design, the handle features two stainless steel rings, positioned at the bolster and the pommel.
Key Features
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- 21 cm kiritsuke blade: ideal for making long, even cuts
- Angled K-tip: facilitates tasks requiring greater precision
- VG10 steel core: delivers a fine, high-performance edge
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- 60 HRC hardness: promotes long-lasting edge retention
- Damascus steel cladding: features beautiful ripples along the blade
- Unique hammered finish: helps reduce food sticking
- Black ziricote handle: offers a natural, contrasting aesthetic
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- Octagonal shape: ensures comfortable support and an ambidextrous grip
- Central mosaic rivet: adds a refined decorative touch
- Stainless steel ferrules at the bolster and pommel: provide a polished finish to the handle
Our tips for caring for your kiritsuke
To preserve all the qualities of your knife, use a suitable wooden or synthetic cutting board. Avoid hard surfaces such as glass, stone, or ceramic, as well as cutting bones and frozen foods.
After each use, gently wash your knife by hand with a soft sponge and a mild detergent. Immediately dry the blade and handle with a clean cloth. Do not put the knife in the dishwasher, especially to preserve the ziricote.
To maintain the sharpness of your VG10 blade, sharpen it with a water stone, maintaining its original angle.
Rekka Damas: Character and Elegance
The Rekka Damas VG10 line features high-quality materials and finishes. The combination of VG10 steel, Damascus steel, and a hammered surface creates a design that blends cutting efficiency with visual richness. The blade’s patterns add movement to the steel, while the black ziricote handle accentuates the contrast between the different materials. This line is designed for enthusiasts of beautiful blades who are looking for a versatile knife.
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