Tojiro Flash 18cm Chef's Knife

A Tojiro chef's knife is a versatile knife designed for a variety of tasks in the kitchen. The medium-width blade makes it perfect for slicing meats. However, its versatility also makes it suitable for cutting vegetables or chopping herbs. Its remarkable sharpness allows for precise and effortless cutting of thicker ingredients. The knife is lightweight and perfectly balanced, which you'll undoubtedly appreciate during your daily kitchen tasks. The blade of the knife retains its sharpness for an extended period. It's worth emphasizing that the knife's handle has been designed to offer the user maximum comfort during work. The handle is made of micarta, a highly regarded material used in knife production. It is a composite obtained from linen, canvas, and carbon fiber. Micarta is known for its high resistance to mechanical damage, high temperatures, and moisture. Specifications: Blade: 63-layer steel, VG-10 core Blade hardness: 60 HRC +/- 1 Blade length: 18 cm Blade width: 4.5 cm Weight: +/- 220g Flash The excellent VG-10 core hardened to 60 HRC is clad with 37 layers of steel (for paring knives and Deba knives) or 63 layers of steel (for other knives), creating the characteristic Damascus pattern on the blade. The lightweight handle made of micarta and steel inlay perfectly complements the blade, ensuring comfort even during extended use. Flash - the Japanese name "Senko" (English "Flash") signifies uncompromising sharpness and a dazzling flash like lightning. Tojiro The Japanese brand Tojiro offers over 800 products manufactured using the best technologies and materials. The combination of excellent Japanese steels such as VG-10, R-2, or Shirogami with beautiful handles made of exotic wood results in knives that impress with their sharpness and aesthetic qualities. Additionally, the product range includes sharpeners and knife storage blocks to keep your tools properly sharp and always within reach.