Sakai Kikumori HCD 440C Damascus Gyuto 210mm – Walnut Handle

Japanese craftsmanship, distinctive Damascus steel and versatile everyday performance.

The Sakai Kikumori HCD 440C Damascus Gyuto 210mm combines traditional Japanese knife design with practical stainless steel performance and an elegant natural wood handle.

Featuring a 440C stainless steel core, the blade offers good corrosion resistance, sharpness and edge retention, making it a practical choice for regular kitchen use. The beautifully layered Damascus cladding creates flowing patterns along the blade, giving the knife its distinctive appearance.

The 210mm Gyuto blade is designed for versatility, handling everything from slicing meat and fish to chopping vegetables, herbs and fruits. Its curved cutting edge supports smooth slicing and controlled rocking motions, while the pointed tip allows precise detail work.

Completing the design is a traditional octagonal walnut wood handle with a dark ferrule, providing a comfortable grip and a warm, natural contrast to the patterned blade.

Key Features & Specifications

• Brand: Sakai Kikumori

• Series: HCD

• Knife Type: Gyuto / Japanese Chef's Knife

• Blade Length: 210mm

• Core Steel: 440C Stainless Steel

• Blade Construction: Damascus-Clad Steel

• Blade Finish: Damascus Pattern

• Edge: Double Bevel

• Handle Material: Walnut Wood

• Handle Style: Octagonal Japanese Wa-Handle

• Country of Manufacture: Japan

• Best For: Meat, fish, vegetables, herbs and general kitchen preparation

440C Stainless Steel – Practical Performance

440C is a high-carbon stainless steel known for its combination of corrosion resistance, hardness and edge retention.

It offers a practical balance of cutting performance and maintenance, making it suitable for cooks who want a dependable Japanese kitchen knife without the additional care required by traditional reactive carbon steels.

Elegant Damascus Blade

The layered Damascus cladding creates a beautiful flowing pattern across the blade, contrasting with the clean cutting edge.

Each detail adds to the knife's refined appearance, combining modern stainless steel construction with the distinctive aesthetics of Japanese kitchen knives.

The Versatility of a 210mm Gyuto

The Gyuto is one of the most versatile Japanese kitchen knife styles, serving as an excellent all-purpose chef's knife.

Its 210mm blade is particularly suitable for:

• Slicing and portioning boneless meat

• Preparing fish fillets

• Chopping and slicing vegetables

• Cutting herbs and aromatics

• General everyday kitchen tasks

• Fine, controlled cutting using the pointed tip

The balanced blade length offers a practical combination of cutting capacity and manoeuvrability.

Traditional Walnut Wood Handle

The octagonal walnut handle features warm brown tones and natural wood grain, creating an elegant contrast with the Damascus blade.

Its traditional Japanese shape provides a comfortable grip for a variety of cutting techniques.

Knife Care

• Hand wash with mild detergent and dry immediately after use.

• Never place in the dishwasher.

• Avoid cutting bones, frozen foods or other hard materials.

• Use wooden or suitable soft synthetic cutting boards.

• Sharpen using appropriate Japanese whetstones.

• Store safely to protect the cutting edge.

• Avoid prolonged exposure of the wooden handle to moisture.

A versatile Japanese Gyuto that brings together dependable stainless steel performance, elegant Damascus detailing and the natural beauty of walnut wood.

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