Price: $95.88
(as of Oct 27, 2024 03:36:12 UTC - Details)

Kasumi knives are produced by Sumikama Cutlery in Seki, Japan. Sumikama Cutlery specializes in producing knives from the most advanced materials with the most advanced manufacturing techniques. Kasumi V-Gold No. 10 Damascus Pattern knives are made from 33 layers of stainless steel. Only the middle layer acts as the cutting edge, and it is made using V-Gold No. 10 stainless steel. V-Gold No. 10 is a high carbon stainless steel with cobalt, manganese, molybdenum and vanadium for added durability and ease of sharpening. The addition of cobalt to this steel requires special tempering in order to maximize the full benefit of this steel. Sumikama's technique for this special tempering is a closely guarded secret.
Kasumi 8-inch Japanese carving knife is ideal for slicing and carving meat and poultry
Damascus pattern is eye catching and rust free
The edge is beveled on both sides, but the bevel is much larger than the bevel on a European or American brand and creates a sharper edge
The asymmetrical handle is made from multiple layers of wood impregnated with a plastic resin and is riveted to the full tang
Kasumi knives are produced by Sumikama Cutlery in Seki, Japan
Reviewer: Chef Johnny
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Excellent!
Review: I am a sushi chef that has used many knives in my day, and I would like to say that this is the best knife for rolls I've ever used.It's well balanced, and retains a great edge (Rockwell Hardness Rating of around 60).When I first got it, it was sharp, but then I took it to the whetstone and it took the knife to a whole new level.I've used many knives behind the bar, from cheaper knives to the Shun Pro line, the Miyabi 7000 line, and the Misono UX-10 line (Which are all Great Knives!)But every time I'm at work, I prefer to use this one (when cutting rolls).The only complaint I have on this one (8 in.) is that the tip of the blade is very curved, which I wasn't used to, but i know with time and sharpening I will shape the edge to my preferred setting.Thanks for reading, and I recommend this knife!