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
The Kasumi 5.2inch Santoku knife is used for slicing, dicing, and mincing vegetables, fruit, and meat
Made from 33 layers of stainless steel; middle layer of V-Gold No. 10 stainless steel acts as the cutting edge
Blade's edge beveled on both sides for a sharper edge; Damascus pattern is eye catching and rust free
Asymmetrical handle made from multiple layers of wood impregnated with plastic resin and riveted to full tang
As with all high-quality cutlery, hand washing is best for care
