Wusaki Damas VG10 Utility Knife 12cm olive wood handle

A knife can perfectly be beautiful and effective at the same time, and this is proven by all the the kitchen knives from the Wusaki Damas VG10 series. Since the moment you open the box of a Damas VG10 knife, you will be dazzled by the gorgeous look of the knife, and since the very first cut, you'll realize the remarkable quality of its cutting performance.

The utility knife 12cm in this page is a great way to be witness of all the impressive quality offered by the Damas VG10 series. This versatile knife is perfect for cutting all sorts of vegetables, thus it is an essential tool for your daily cooking routine. The sharpness of its blade and the beauty of its design will make of this knife your favourite tool in the kitchen.

Its blade has a core made of VG10 steel. This type of Japanese steel has a great reputation thanks to its durability and capacity to remain sharp for long time. Its 1% of carbon content allows the blade to reach a hardness level of 60 HRC in the Rockwell scale, which is great for a long-lasting razor sharp edge.

Around the core there are 67 layers of soft and hard steel. This method of combining different layers of steel around a core results in a damascus blade. This gives the blade an original look by creating unique patterns on its surface, and it also helps the blade to have an optimal balance between hardness and flexibility.

The aesthetics of the blade is also enhanced by its hammered surface. Indeed, the blade is hammered with a mechanical press and this creates patterns on the surface that are unique to each single knife. However, the aesthetics is not its only purpose. In fact, the hammered surface also enhance the blade's non-stick capacity.

Furthemore, the blade's surface has also been polished to get a mirror-effect that ends up adding still more cachet to its look. It is important to mention that the polished surface also plays a role in increasing the blade's resistance to corrosion. This is because the polishing flattens the surface making it less porous. 

The blade has a V-shaped edge that enables a clean and precise penetration in the food. The final sharpening of the blade was made by hand using a leather band at a total angle of 30° (meaning 15° on each side). The result is undeniable: a sharp edge that will make of cutting food a much easier and pleasant activity.

Another essential part of this utility knife is its handle. It is made of olive wood that has been trated to have a surface that is soft to touch. This is a noble wood that has a fruity scent that makes perfect contrast with the metal of the blade. The veinings on its surface are unique on each knife, and they provide a truly original, rustic touch to the knife's look.

Moreover, the handle has an ergonomic design that allows your thumb and forefinger to keep a strong position when using the knife, thus guaranteeing a firm grip. In addition, as it is the case in all Wusaki knives, the handle is longer than the average so that they can be easier to manipulate. Last but not least, the bottom of the handle has the Japanese character "Tiger" engraved on it by laser, which adds yet a final touch of elegance.

To take good care of your knife, it is important that you always wash it by hand using lukewarm water and mild soap. Then, wipe it with a soft cloth and store it in a dry place. You must also know that when you first receive the knife, the blade will be coated with protectio oil. This is normal, and all you need to do is to wash the blade before its first usage.

Finally, we also have to tell you about the box of this Wusaki Damas VG10 knife. Given that this a tool of high quality, and as the packaging was also thought and designed to meet the highest expectations. That is why this knife is sold in a black box with foam inside to protect the knife. The elegance of the box makes it a great option to offer as a gift.

We invite you to have a look at the entire collection of Wusaki Damas VG10 knives available on MyChefKnives and enlarge your own knife collection!