Sakai Takayuki GINGA 69-layer ZA-18 Damascus Sujihiki (Slicer) Knife, 240mm / 9.5" Santoku - Thanks to the redesigned

- Thanks to the redesigned handle and polished edge for exceptional sharpness

and the handle material (natural wood) is light

because I never have to worry about cleaning them: just open them all the way and the two parts come right apart for easy and sanitary cleaning

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

Sakai Takayuki GINGA 69-layer ZA-18 Damascus Sujihiki (Slicer) Knife, 240mm / 9.5" Santoku - Thanks to the redesignedA 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