{"product_id":"xn-touroku-sakai-gyuto-210mm-vg10-damascus-blue-pakka-handle-1l30b","title":"Touroku Sakai Gyuto 210mm VG10 Damascus – Blue Pakka Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTouroku Sakai Gyuto 210mm – VG10 Damascus Chef's Knife with Blue Pakka Handle\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour go-to Japanese chef's knife, crafted to stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTouroku Sakai Gyuto 210mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is the knife you'll reach for every day. Built around a premium \u003cstrong\u003eVG10 stainless steel core\u003c\/strong\u003e, it combines razor-sharp performance with elegant Damascus cladding, a traditional hammered finish, and a striking blue pakka wood handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to tackle almost every kitchen task, it slices meat, prepares fish, chops vegetables, and minces herbs with precision and ease. Whether you're upgrading from a Western chef's knife or investing in your first premium Japanese blade, this Gyuto offers the versatility, performance, and craftsmanship that define authentic Japanese cutlery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eForged in Sakai – Japan's Historic Knife-Making Centre\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than \u003cstrong\u003e600 years\u003c\/strong\u003e, Sakai has been one of Japan's most respected centres of blade craftsmanship. Professional chefs around the world continue to trust Sakai knives for their exceptional geometry, refined balance, and outstanding cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Touroku Sakai collection carries this tradition forward, combining time-honoured craftsmanship with modern materials to create knives that perform beautifully while offering exceptional value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday food preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlicing meat and fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChopping vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMincing herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome cooks upgrading from Western knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional chefs seeking a dependable all-round knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting bones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy butchery work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVG10 Stainless Steel Core\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the blade is premium Japanese \u003cstrong\u003eVG10 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most respected steels used in Japanese kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable everyday performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVG10 delivers the perfect balance between performance and practicality, making it an excellent choice for both professionals and passionate home cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDamascus Cladding \u0026amp; 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