Kiritsuke 210 mm (8.3 in) SLD Nickel Damascus (73 Layers) Double-Bevel

• Type: Kiritsuke
• Finish: Polished Finish
• Blade Length: 210 mm (8.3 in)
• Blade Height: 46 mm (1.8 in)
• Weight: about 187 g (6.5 oz)
• Spine Thickness: 2.5 mm/at heel
• Construction: Stainless Clad 
• Core Edge Steel: SLD Nickle
• HRC (Rockwell Hardness): 62-64
• Handle: Rosewood with black Plywood ferrule
• Handle Type: Octagonal
• Bevel: Double-Bevel 
• Place of Origin: Japan

Mainly used as an Usuba and a Yanagiba, its versatility makes it suitable for other uses. It is made with a sloping cut from its back towards its tip, pointed like a Bunka. It is recommended for chopping and cutting up ingredients. 

The central core material SLD (alloy tool steel) used for the blade edge is a performance steel that is incredibly rich in Carbon equal to the famed Yasuki Aogami and is tempered to the Rockwell 62-64 for exceptional sharpness and edge holding properties. Its high Chromium content dramatically contributes to the blade’s rust resistance.