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Santoku Knife 180mm (7.1") Damascus 33 Layer Sakai Takayuki

Santoku Knife 180mm (7.1") Damascus 33 Layer

Santoku Knife 170 mm (6.7") Damascus 33 Layer Sakai Takayuki

Santoku Knife 170 mm (6.7") Damascus 33 Layer

Petty Knife 120mm (4.7") Damascus 33 Layer Sakai Takayuki

Petty Knife 120mm (4.7") Damascus 33 Layer

Nakiri Vegetable Knife 160 mm (6.2") Damascus 45 Layer with Walnut Handle Sakai Takayuki

Nakiri Vegetable Knife 160 mm (6.2") Damascus 45 Layer with Walnut Handle

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Knife types

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Materials

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Japanese vs. Western Style

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