8½" Gyuto - Damasteel 'Thor'
Something special for the kitchen.
This Gyuto's blade is in Damasteel pattern welded/Damascus stainless steel with the 'Thor' pattern. Damasteel is a premium powder metallurgy steel (RWL34) that is stunning and will hold an edge for ages - one of the best knife steels on the market! A fine geometry razor sharp.
A traditional octagonal 'Wa' style handle that's lightweight and faceted at the back. This functional kitchen tool has a front bolster in Nickel Silver followed by black Micarta. The spacer is stabilized Mammoth tusk that is thousands of years old. The main part of the handle is in beautifully figured Karelian Birch. Something ultra luxurious for the kitchen.
From light veggie prep and slicing meat to heavier work like preparing butternut, this all rounder will serve you well and in style. The perfect chef's knife!
SPECIFICATIONS
Blade: Damasteel Stainless Steel (HRC +/- 61)
Blade thickness (at handle): 2.3mm (0.09")
Blade thickness (at clip/K-tip): 1.1mm (0.04")
Blade length: 217mm (8.5")
Overall length: 350mm (13.7")
Blade height (at heel): 50mm (2")
Weight: 202g (7.1oz)
Balance point: front of handle/choil
Handle material: Stabilized Karelian Birch with stabilized Mammoth tusk spacer, paper Micarta and Nickel Silver bolster.