Overview

The Takeshi Saji VG-10W Gold Damascus Gyuto 240mm combines a full-size Japanese chef's blade with a contoured Western ironwood handle. Gold-toned lines trace the dark Damascus finish, while a polished stainless steel bolster and decorative mosaic pin complete the knife's distinctive appearance.

Made in Echizen, Japan, this gyuto gives you the length for larger vegetables and long slices through boneless meat or fish. The curved edge supports a gentle rocking motion, and the pointed tip handles more precise cuts. Its fitted ironwood handle offers a substantial grip for cooks who prefer the familiar shape of a Western chef's knife.

A VG-10W stainless steel cutting core sits within Gold Damascus cladding. Stainless steel, brass, and copper create the layered pattern, which can develop character with use. The Damascus pattern and natural ironwood grain vary from knife to knife.

Common Questions

What is a 240mm gyuto best used for? It is an all-purpose chef's knife for slicing, chopping, and dicing vegetables, herbs, and boneless proteins. The longer edge is especially useful for larger ingredients and longer slicing strokes. Use it on a cutting board with enough room for the blade.

Is this Saji gyuto stainless? The VG-10W core is stainless steel, but the brass and copper in the decorative cladding can change color over time. Hand wash and dry promptly to protect the blade finish and ironwood handle. Avoid soaking, dishwashers, and abrasive polishing.

Does it come with the handle installed? Yes. This is a complete knife with a fitted Western ironwood handle, stainless steel bolster, and mosaic pin. It is a good choice for home cooks or chefs who enjoy a substantial handle and a longer chef's knife.

Care and Use

Cut on wood or a knife-friendly surface such as a Hasegawa cutting board. Avoid bones, frozen foods, and twisting the edge in a cut. Maintain the edge with a suitable whetstone or professional sharpening, and store the knife with its edge protected.

Specifications

Blacksmith: Takeshi Saji

Origin: Echizen, Fukui, Japan

Knife Type: Gyuto / Japanese chef's knife

Core Steel: VG-10W stainless steel

Cladding: Gold Damascus with stainless steel, brass, and copper

Finish: Black-dyed Damascus

Blade Length: 240mm

Weight: Approximately 300g (supplier catalog specification)

Handle Material: Ironwood, Western style

Bolster: Stainless steel

Handle Detail: Decorative mosaic pin

Model: HJ-4109