GOKADEN UROKO (oo-roko) SANTOKU KNIFE ZA-18(VG-10) DAMASCUS

Perfect for everyday task!  Add to your knife collection.

This knife is made of ZA-18(similar to VG10) with beautiful damascus pattern, it looks like Uroko (oo0roko), means fish scale, on the blade surface. This ZA-18(VG-10) blade gives excellent cutting performance and razor sharp.  The octagon shaped handle is comfortable fitting in your hand. The handle is made of walnut wood which delivers durable kitchen knife handles with strong performance for many years of reliable use in Japan.

When it comes to fast, precise chopping and sicing, this is the ultimate all-purpose knife for cooks who favor the lightness and super-sharpnes of Eastern cutlery.  The slightly oversize, deep-bellied blade features a core of ZA18 steel that holds an enquisitely fine edge with unparalleled durability.  Inspired by the high-performance knies used by Japanese chefs, our Gokaden collection represents the very best in cutlery craftsmanship and technology.

*Developed for the experienced cok who prefers the lighness and razor sharpness of Eastern-style blades.

*The blade is ZA18 steel and each side with Damascus pattern.

*Resulting blade is thin and light yet strong and hard, with a supersharp cutting edge.

*Handle is Walnut wood delivers an extremely strong and traditionally used on Japanese knife.

*The octagon shape handle has finger ridges on both sides for a comfortable, ambidextrous grip.

*Handcrafted in Japan

Blade: ZA-18   185mm / 7.2"
Handle: Walnut 5.5" long

USE

Always use caution when handling sharp objects.

Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.  It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.

CARE

Hand wash with warm water and mild detergent, rinse amd dry immediately.

Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.

Sharpen as needed.  Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener designed to sharpen at a 16 degree angle or have it harpened by professional.

Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.

With the purchase of a new knife at HITACHIYA USA, you will receive free initial knife sharpening service as an optional.  This initial sharpening service “Honbazuke” is to enhance the sharpness of blade from factory edge. 

Please contact us and make a request.
Please note that all sharpened knives are not returnable or eligible for exchange.