Sakai Takayuki GINGA 69-layer ZA-18 Damascus Sujihiki (Slicer) Knife, 240mm / 9.5" Santoku and the handle material (natural

and the handle material (natural wood) is light

Search for "usuba" on Youtube for some good examples of this style of knife being used

this is CARBON steel

dual sided 1000/3000 for superb sharpening and honing ability

As with all Sakai Takayuki knives

Sakai Takayuki GINGA 69-layer ZA-18 Damascus Sujihiki (Slicer) Knife, 240mm / 9.5" Santoku and the handle material (naturalA stunning 69 layer damascus steel, over a special hard alloy ZA 18 stain resistant blade core (HRC 61 63), for superb performance, sharpness, and spectacular good looks. This knife features a Japanese style slicer (carving knife) knife shape, and the octagonal wenge wood handle has a great size and very angular profile, for excellent comfort and control. The factory edge is VERY thin and sharp! Sakai Takayuki calls this new line "GINGA", meaning