Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer VG-10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
A VG-10 core wrapped in 33 layers of stainless Damascus, ground and finished in Sakai. The pattern is the reason people buy it; the VG-10 core is the reason they keep using it.
- VG-10 core, about HRC 60, with a genuine layered stainless cladding
- Sakai grinding and finishing, thinner than most factory Damascus
- Comes in a gift box; one of the most-gifted Japanese knives
Specifications
| Blade length | 210 mm |
|---|---|
| Steel | VG-10 core, 33-layer stainless Damascus clad |
| Hardness | about HRC 60 |
| Handle | Mahogany, Western style |
| Weight | about 170 g |
| Bevel | Double bevel (50/50 or near) |
| Made in | Sakai, Osaka |
| Steel family | VG-10 |
| Knife type | Gyuto Knife (牛刀) |
Who this knife is for
Best for gift, Damascus look with a serious core, stainless, low maintenance. Read what a gyuto knife does well and badly on the gyuto knife page, and what to expect from VG-10 steel in daily use.
Shipping, duties and returns
Ships from Tokyo by DHL, FedEx or Japan Post EMS, tracked and insured, in three to ten days. The price includes US import duty; you will not be asked to pay anything on delivery. If a knife arrives damaged we replace it. Details on the shipping and duties page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the delivered price of the Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer VG-10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm?
Between $190 and $240 to a US address, including shipping and US import duty. The exact figure depends on the yen rate and stock on the day; we confirm it before you pay.
Is this knife in stock?
We buy each knife in Japan after you confirm the quote, from the maker or their wholesaler. Most ship within two business days. If the maker is out of stock we tell you the lead time before you pay.
Can you engrave it?
Yes. Kanji or roman-letter engraving on the blade is available on most knives for a small fee and adds a day or two.