{"product_id":"kotetsu-vg10-chef-knife-damascus-nakiri-knife-with-exotic-olive-wood-handle-2","title":"Kotetsu VG10 Chef Knife Damascus Nakiri Knife with Exotic Olive Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eDAMASCUS STEEL PRO CHEF KNIFE, 12.5\", DAMASCUS STEEL NAKIRI BLADE, EXOTIC OLIVE WOOD BURL \u0026amp; RESIN HORN HANDLE, BRASS MOSAIC PINS, CUSTOM FULL TANG FIXED BLADE KITCHEN KNIFE, INCLUDES SHEATH, PRO KNIFE SHARPENING AND FREE PERSONALIZATION.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDamascus Blade\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is expertly crafted by combining 1095 \u0026amp; VG10 Steel through layering, welding, and hammering, giving each blade a unique design akin to a fingerprint. Damascus steel is renowned for its strength and hardness. We enhance these properties by oil quenching it at 2100°F and cooling it rapidly, repeating the process to ensure it's hardened to the core, achieving a hardness of 58 or higher on the Rockwell scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eScales \u0026amp; Handle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant handle is made from exotic olive wood burl and resin composite. It has been sealed to prevent cracking or drying, preserving the handle for a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize \u0026amp; Measurements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 12.5 inches. Blade length: 8 inches. Blade thickness: 1.5mm. Weight: 120 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eComplimentary sheath. Complimentary keen \u0026amp; precise re-sharpening prior to shipping. Complimentary gift messages. Complimentary personalization \u0026amp; engraving available (up to 30 characters). Gift wrapping service available for a minimal additional fee. CUSTOM ORDERS: We accept custom orders for any number of pieces; please ask for a quote.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAttributes \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Made with ultra-sharp hand-forged Damascus steel cutting core at HRC 58–60 hardness, this Shokunin USA knife ensures unrivaled performance and incredible edge retention. Damascus steel outperforms high carbon steel in durability and is easier to sharpen as the mix of high chromium steel enhances the other alloying elements. ✅ This custom pro chef knife is handcrafted with the utmost attention to detail by artisans. Made of high-quality Damascus steel, it will not rust with proper care. ✅ Ideal for any professional chef, outdoor sports enthusiast, or summer grilling aficionado, this knife embodies versatility and precision, making it the best choice for all your culinary needs. ✅ Enrich your collection with this beautifully forged handmade Damascus knife, a perfect addition for any true knife collector. ✅ The unique wood handle is handcrafted for maximum comfort, making it the ideal knife for all your needs. Its lightweight wedge blade complements the handle, maintaining balance and helping to reduce hand stress after use. ✅ The meticulously constructed handle has undergone special treatment, making it extremely impervious to heat, moisture, and cold, with military-grade strength and lifelong sturdiness. ✅ Ruthlessly sharp edge is handcrafted by seasoned artisans to a mirror polish at 12-15° per side using the traditional 3-step honing method; nitrogen cooled for ultimate hardness, flexibility, and performance. ✅ No premium knife is complete without a lifetime warranty. Our masterpiece knife is fully covered for life, with free exchange or return if the item is defective.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shokunin USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53413205279009,"sku":"3490-K","price":162.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/5275\/5489\/files\/kotetsu-nakiri-knife-with-exotic-olive-wood-handle-218220_2bd4dff3-dfd7-4ea1-a525-67b0c1279d44.jpg?v=1788062555","url":"https:\/\/shokuninknivesusa.com\/products\/kotetsu-vg10-chef-knife-damascus-nakiri-knife-with-exotic-olive-wood-handle-2","provider":"Shokunin Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}