Gyuto 245mm Damascus Clad Nogent Walnut & Brass Integral Gyuto & Petty Set the core steel on this

the core steel on this HADO Sumi Bunka 180mm is Hitachi Metals Yasuki Specialty Steel (YSS) Shirogami Two

and delving into knife geometry

The core is hardened to 66HRC for a very acute and razor sharp edge

faceted rokkaku hanmaru or hex-round handle feels super comfortable in the hand and the facetted shoulders of the handle make for a very nimble grip

round polished spine and facetted polished heel

Gyuto 245mm Damascus Clad Nogent Walnut & Brass Integral Gyuto & Petty Set the core steel on thisThis small batch of three Gyuto knives represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship and dedication to fine cutlery. Each blade is hand forged in Croatia by the renowned artisan Tomislav Soka, known as Radiona Breg. Crafted with Apex Ultra steel at its core, these blades offer exceptional edge retention, durability, and ease of sharpening, making them an ideal choice for demanding professional kitchens. The cladding, composed of s700 steel and nickel