Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives
Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Cutting Edge Knives

Sakai Takayuki 33 layer Damascus Gyuto 240mm

£185.00

A hand hammered blade with a high polish finish that exposes the layers of steel beautifully down to the cutting edge makes this a classic. Made from VG10 steel this range is incredibly easy to care for.

Currently out of stock

Product Code: SAK-0061

Knife & Range Specifications

Knife Measurements
  • Blade Edge Length: 240mm / 9.45" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Knife Length: 391mm / 15.39" (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 49mm / 1.93" (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 2.2mm / 0.09" (Spine width above the heel)
  • Total Weight: 162 grams / 5.71 oz

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and finishes.

Range Specifications
  • Core Steel: VG10
  • Cladding Steel: Stainless
  • Blade Finish: Damascus | Polished | Tsuchime
  • Hardness: 61 (HRC)
  • Handle Style: Japanese (Wa)
  • Handle Material: Cherry with red pakka wood ferrule
  • Left or Right handed: Suitable for both (Double Bevel)

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Sakai Takayuki - 33 Layer VG10 Damascus

Our in-depth range review

First Impressions

Much like the incredibly popular Moonlit Waves range, the 33 layer damascus is a solid and well made knife and the level of sharpness straight out the box is good although with a small amount of extra honing with a ceramic rod you would be able to bring the edge up to an excellent level of sharpness should you wish.

Day to day performance is great and the solid feel of the well finished handle makes it a knife that performs solidly across a range of chopping tasks.

Beauty

We really like the octagonal cherry wa handle with its red pakka wood ferrule works well and complements the high polished finish of the blade and the exposed layers tapering down to the cutting edge.

In Hand


The octagonal wa handle is comfortable whether you're left or right handed and the blade balance is good throughout the range making it easy to perform a wide range of cutting and slicing jobs in the kitchen.

Durability

The blade is sharp out of the box and is a good performer if you wanted to, you could certainly improve it further with a polishing stone and strop to make it laser sharp.

The steel in the 33 layer damascus is harder than Western knives (approximately 61HRC) and will retain its edge well and with regular care will perform excellently for many years.

Ease of Care & Maintenance Tips


The stainless steel cladding makes this nice really easy to care for by protecting the cutting edge steel (VG10 in this instance) from rusting. The handle being wood should not be immersed in water so its the usual ritual of use, wipe, dry and store. Easy!

Our Verdict

Excellent value and a perfect introduction to Japanese steel and blades or a great additional knife for your collection. There's not really much to fault with the entire range at the price and we're happy to recommend and use them at home any time.

Meet the maker

Sakai Takayuki

Sakai Takayuki is one of Japan’s most respected knife makers, with roots that trace back over 600 years to the city of Sakai - a region long celebrated for its mastery of blade-making. Originally renowned for producing samurai swords and precision tobacco-cutting tools during the Edo period, Sakai’s craftsmen evolved their skills into the world of kitchen knives as Japan modernised.

Today, Sakai Takayuki operates under Aoki Hamono Seisakusho and represents the collective expertise of dozens of traditional blacksmiths and sharpeners, each specialising in distinct techniques. Their extensive range spans from handcrafted carbon-steel blades forged using age-old methods to high-performance stainless and Damascus series designed for professional chefs.

Every knife reflects the hallmark Sakai combination of exceptional balance, keen edge retention, and refined aesthetics - a seamless blend of centuries-old craftsmanship and contemporary innovation.

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