Dao Vua V3 52100 Carbon Steel 240mm Gyuto

Dao Vua is a Vietnamese blacksmith cooperative founded in 2016. The workshop has developed from early small-scale production using recycled steel into a more consistent operation that combines Vietnamese forging practices with imported 52100 carbon steel. The V3 line focuses on practical geometry, accessible pricing, and improved material consistency.

52100 steel is a high carbon steel originally developed for bearings over 100 years ago, but is also great for knives. Boasting good edge retention and great sharpenability alongside ease of workability, it is no wonder it has been a popular steel among knifemakers for decades - there is even evidence of recycled 52100 steel being used in cutlery as far back as the 1940s!

Product Specifications:

Maker: Dao Vua

Steel: 52100 Bearing Steel

HRC: 61

Finish: Kurouchi

Edge Length: 240mm

Overall Length: 393mm

Heel Height: 49mm

Spine Above Heel: 2.35mm

Bevel: 50/50

Handle: Wa Shape Handle

Weight: 182 grams

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