10" Chef Knife - Yu Series (B13R)

The Yu Series 8-inch Chef Knife is your all-purpose workhorse, perfectly balanced for a wide range of kitchen tasks. From chopping vegetables to slicing meats, this knife delivers exceptional performance and lasting sharpness.

Premium Damascus Steel

The blade is crafted from 67 layers of Damascus steel with a 10Cr15CoMoV core, ensuring exceptional sharpness, durability, and corrosion resistance. The beautiful Damascus pattern adds a touch of elegance to your kitchen.

Ergonomic Rosewood Handle

The full-tang handle is made from Rosewood, providing a comfortable and secure grip. The triple-riveted design ensures long-lasting durability and stability.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 8 inches (≈ 20.3 cm)
• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel with 10Cr15CoMoV Core
• Handle Material: Rosewood
• HRC: 60-62
• Construction: Full Tang

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Explore the entire Yu Series collection to create a perfectly coordinated and high-performing kitchen knife set.

When the standard 8-inch blade isn't enough, the Yu Series 10-inch Chef Knife offers the reach and leverage required for serious volume prep. This is a blade for the professional or the ambitious home cook who needs to process large ingredients—from splitting cabbages and watermelons to slicing whole roasts—in a single, clean stroke.

Maximum Leverage and Reach

The extra length of this 10-inch blade transforms the way you prep. It provides a longer cutting edge, allowing you to tackle larger ingredients with ease. The full tang construction provides exceptional balance and durability, ensuring this knife will be a workhorse in your kitchen for years to come.

Damascus Steel Beauty

The blade is crafted from 67 layers of Damascus steel, known for its exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and stunning visual appeal. The Damascus pattern not only enhances the knife's performance but also makes it a beautiful addition to your kitchen.

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 10 inches (254mm)
• Blade Material: 67-layer Damascus steel with 10Cr15CoMoV core
• Handle Material: Premium Rosewood
• Hardness: 60±2 HRC
• Weight: Approximately 180-200g (estimated)
• Construction: Full Tang

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Explore the rest of the Yu Series to build a complete and professional knife collection. From paring knives to bread knives, the Yu Series offers exceptional quality and performance for every kitchen task.

The Yu Series 5-inch Santoku Knife is a compact, all-purpose blade perfect for smaller tasks and detail work. Its shorter length makes it nimble and easy to control, ideal for cooks who prefer a lighter, more agile knife for everyday prep.

Compact Versatility

This mini santoku excels at:

• Vegetable Prep: Dicing onions, mincing garlic, and slicing carrots with precision.
• Fruit Preparation: Peeling, coring, and segmenting fruits with ease.
• Boneless Meats: Trimming and slicing poultry, fish, and smaller cuts of meat.

Damascus Steel Performance

The blade features a 67-layer Damascus steel construction with a 10Cr15CoMoV core, vacuum heat-treated to 60±1 HRC. The outer 316/316L stainless Damascus cladding provides exceptional corrosion resistance and a beautiful raindrop pattern.

Specifications

• Blade Length: Approximately 5.24 inches (133mm)
• Steel: 67-layer Damascus with 10Cr15CoMoV core
• HRC: 60±1
• Handle: Natural Rosewood
• Construction: Full Tang
• Estimated Weight: 110-120g

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Pair the 5" Santoku with other knives from the Yu Series for a complete and versatile kitchen set.

Elevate your dining experience with the Yu Series Steak Knife Set. Each knife is meticulously crafted with a Damascus steel blade and a comfortable rosewood handle, offering both exceptional performance and elegant aesthetics. Designed for effortless slicing and lasting durability, this set is a perfect addition to any table setting.

Precision Cutting

The Yu Series steak knives are engineered for clean, precise cuts through all types of meat. The Damascus steel blade ensures long-lasting sharpness and effortless performance, making every meal a special occasion.

• Damascus Steel Blade: Each blade features a 67-layer Damascus steel construction with a 10Cr15CoMoV core, providing exceptional sharpness and edge retention.
• Rosewood Handle: The ergonomically designed rosewood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, enhancing control and precision during use.
• Full Tang Construction: Ensures optimal balance and durability, providing a solid and reliable feel in hand.

Specifications:

• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel with 10Cr15CoMoV Core
• Handle Material: Rosewood
• Construction: Full Tang
• HRC: 60-62
• Set Size: 4 Pieces

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Enhance your culinary collection with other knives from the Yu Series. From chef knives to paring knives, each piece is crafted with the same attention to detail and quality materials.

This is the blade you'll use for all the small, delicate tasks. The 3.5-inch paring knife is an extension of your hand, designed for all the in-hand, precision jobs where a big chef knife is just too clumsy. It's an indispensable tool for detailed prep work.

Your Precision Specialist

Reach for this nimble blade for peeling apples, hulling strawberries, coring tomatoes, or creating delicate garnishes. Its sharp, precise tip gives you complete control for trimming fat, deveining shrimp, or creating decorative vegetable cuts.

Damascus Steel Beauty

The blade features a core of high-performance 10Cr15CoMoV steel clad with 67 layers of Damascus steel. This not only creates a stunning visual pattern but also enhances the blade's strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 3.5 inches
• Blade Material: 67-layer Damascus steel with 10Cr15CoMoV core
• Handle Material: Rosewood
• HRC: 60±1
• Tang: Full Tang

Complete Your Set

Pair your paring knife with other knives from the Yu Series for a complete and elegant kitchen set.

The Yu Series 5-Piece Knife Set is the perfect foundation for any kitchen, combining essential knives into one balanced set. An ideal starter kit or a significant upgrade for your daily prep, this set delivers the beauty of Damascus steel and the performance of a full tang, rosewood-handled knife.

Your Essential Collection

This set combines the knives you'll reach for most often. While the exact blade lengths may vary, expect a versatile combination of the following:

• Chef Knife: Your all-purpose workhorse, perfectly shaped for most kitchen tasks.
• Utility Knife: Ideal for smaller tasks like trimming vegetables and slicing fruits.
• Paring Knife: An extension of your hand, designed for in-hand precision jobs.
• Possible Additional Knives: Depending on the set, may include a vegetable knife or other specialized blade.

Premium Materials and Construction

Each knife in the Yu Series features:

• 67-Layer Damascus Steel: A core of 10Cr15CoMoV steel clad with 66 layers of stainless steel for exceptional sharpness and durability.
• Rosewood Handle: Ergonomically designed for a comfortable and secure grip.
• Full Tang Construction: Provides balance and strength for confident cutting.

Specifications:

• Series: Yu Series (B13R)
• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel with 10Cr15CoMoV Core
• Handle Material: Rosewood
• HRC: 60-62
• Construction: Full Tang
• Edge Angle: 15 Degrees per Side

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Expand your Yu Series collection with individual knives to perfectly match your culinary needs. From bread knives to specialty slicers, each blade offers the same exceptional quality and performance.

The 7-piece knife set XINZUO B13R-H7 is a meticulously curated collection, perfect for tackling a variety of kitchen tasks with both ease and precision. Whether you're slicing, chopping, peeling, or trimming, each knife in this set is engineered for dependable performance and sophisticated aesthetics—making it a superb choice for both home cooks and professional chefs.

The blades in this set are forged from 67 layers of Damascus steel, featuring a stunning hammered finish that enhances both their visual appeal and functionality. At the heart of each blade lies 10Cr15CoMoV powder steel, ensuring remarkable sharpness, enduring edge retention, and consistent cutting performance for a multitude of kitchen tasks.

The handles are crafted from North American Desert Ironwood, adorned with elegant silver accents and a decorative brass rivet, adding a touch of sophistication to the overall design.

Set includes:

Chef Knife 21 cm – A versatile, all-purpose blade perfect for chopping, slicing, and dicing a wide array of ingredients.
Utility Knife 13.3 cm – Ideal for mid-sized prep tasks such as slicing fruits, vegetables, and smaller cuts of meat.
Santoku Knife 18 cm – A kitchen staple, excellent for precise cutting, chopping, and slicing of vegetables, fish, and boneless meats.
Bread Knife 20.7 cm – Equipped with a serrated edge to effortlessly slice through crusty breads and delicate baked goods.
Paring Knife 9.3 cm – Perfect for intricate tasks like peeling, trimming, and fine slicing of smaller ingredients.
Scissors – Convenient for cutting herbs, trimming meats, and handling general kitchen tasks with ease.
Wooden Holder – A chic and practical storage solution made from acacia wood, designed to keep your knives neatly organized and readily accessible.

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The Yu Series 7-inch Santoku Knife is a versatile blade, equally adept at slicing meats, vegetables, and fruits. Its balanced design and razor-sharp edge make it an indispensable tool for any kitchen, allowing for precise cuts and efficient prep work.

The All-Purpose Blade

The Santoku knife combines the best features of a chef's knife and a vegetable cleaver, making it perfect for a wide range of tasks:

• Effortless Slicing: The sharp Damascus steel blade glides through ingredients with ease.
• Precise Chopping: The flat edge allows for clean, vertical cuts.
• Balanced Design: The ergonomic handle ensures comfort and control.

Premium Materials

Crafted from high-quality materials, the Yu Series Santoku Knife is built to last:

• Blade: 67-layer Damascus steel with a 10Cr15CoMoV core, vacuum heat-treated to 60±1 HRC.
• Handle: Natural rosewood, offering a comfortable and secure grip.

Specifications

• Blade Length: Approximately 7 inches (178mm)
• Steel Hardness: 60±1 HRC
• Handle Material: Natural Rosewood
• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel
• Core Steel: 10Cr15CoMoV
• Weight: ~150-200g (estimated)
• Blade Thickness: 2.0-2.2mm

Complete Your Set

Enhance your culinary experience with other knives from the Yu Series. From chef knives to paring knives, each blade is crafted with the same attention to detail and quality.

Designed for precision meat preparation, the Yu Series 6-inch Boning Knife allows you to effortlessly separate meat from bone. The blade's narrow profile and sharp edge make it ideal for trimming fat and navigating tight spaces, ensuring minimal waste and maximum yield.

Precision and Control

The Yu Series boning knife is your go-to tool for:

• Deboning Poultry: Easily remove bones from chicken, turkey, and duck.
• Trimming Meats: Precisely trim fat and silver skin from beef, pork, and lamb.
• Preparing Fish: Fillet fish with clean, accurate cuts.

Premium Materials and Construction

This knife features:

• 67-Layer Damascus Steel: A core of 10Cr15CoMoV steel clad in layers of Damascus for exceptional sharpness and durability.
• Rosewood Handle: A comfortable and secure grip with the beautiful aesthetic of natural rosewood.
• Full Tang Construction: Provides balance and stability for confident handling.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 6 inches
• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel with 10Cr15CoMoV Core
• Handle Material: Rosewood
• HRC: 60±1
• Weight: 170-179g
• Construction: Full Tang

Complete Your Set

Pair your Yu Series Boning Knife with other knives from the Yu Series for a complete and professional kitchen set.

The Chinese cleaver is the ultimate multi-tasker. Don't let the name fool you; this isn't a meat cleaver for hacking through bones. This knife is designed for push-cutting, slicing, and scooping vegetables, herbs, and boneless meats with speed and efficiency. The broad blade makes quick work of large quantities, making it an indispensable tool for busy kitchens.

The All-Purpose Prep Master

This 7-inch cleaver excels at:

• Vegetable Prep: Dicing onions, mincing garlic, and slicing carrots with ease.
• Herb Chopping: Quickly mincing herbs for sauces and garnishes.
• Boneless Meats: Slicing chicken breasts, pork tenderloin, and other boneless cuts.
• Scooping: Transferring chopped ingredients from the cutting board to the pan.

Damascus Steel Performance

The blade is crafted from beautiful 67-layer Damascus steel with a high-performance 10Cr15CoMoV core, vacuum heat-treated for exceptional sharpness and edge retention. The Damascus cladding not only looks stunning but also adds durability and corrosion resistance.

Specifications:

• Blade Material: 67-layer Damascus steel with 10Cr15CoMoV core
• Handle Material: Rosewood
• Hardness: 60±2 HRC
• Blade Length: 7 inches (approximate)
• Construction: Full Tang, Triple Riveted

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Pair this versatile cleaver with other knives from the Yu Series for a complete and professional kitchen set.

If you love salads, stir-frys, or soup prep, the Nakiri will quickly become your favorite tool. With its straight edge and flat, squared-off tip, this Japanese-style blade is designed for one thing: push-cutting vegetables without them clinging together like an accordion.

The Push-Cut Specialist

Unlike a curved chef knife that rocks, the Nakiri is designed to make full contact with the cutting board. This allows for clean, precise vertical chops through greens, carrots, and onions. The wide blade also acts as a scoop, so you can quickly transfer your prepped ingredients to the wok or pot.

Premium Materials & Construction

• 67-Layer Damascus Steel: The blade is crafted from 67 layers of high-carbon Damascus steel with a 10Cr15CoMoV core, offering exceptional sharpness, durability, and a beautiful raindrop pattern.
• Rosewood Handle: The ergonomically designed handle is made from natural rosewood, providing a comfortable and secure grip.
• Full Tang Construction: The blade extends through the entire length of the handle, ensuring optimal balance and stability.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 7.3 inches (approximate)
• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel with 10Cr15CoMoV Core
• Handle Material: Rosewood
• Hardness: 60 ± 1 HRC
• Construction: Full Tang with Triple Rivets

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Pair your Yu Series Nakiri with our Yu Series Chef Knife and Paring Knife for a complete and versatile kitchen set.

This is the essential trio for any serious home cook. We’ve paired three of our most versatile blades—the all-purpose chef knife, the nimble utility knife, and the precision paring knife—into one perfectly balanced set. It’s the ideal starter kit or a massive upgrade for your daily prep.

Your Daily Essentials

This set combines the three knives you'll reach for every single day:

• The 8.5" Chef Knife: Your new go-to. This is the ultimate all-rounder, perfectly shaped for 90% of your kitchen tasks, from chopping vegetables to slicing meat.
• The 5.2" Utility Knife: Perfect for smaller tasks where a chef knife is too large. Ideal for trimming, peeling, and precise cuts.
• The Paring Knife: An extension of your hand, designed for all the in-hand, precision jobs where a bigger knife is just too clumsy.

Razor-Sharp Damascus Steel

Each blade is crafted from 67-layer Damascus steel with a high-carbon 10Cr15CoMoV core, vacuum heat-treated to 60±1 HRC. This ensures exceptional sharpness, durability, and resistance to corrosion.

Ergonomic Rosewood Handles

The handles are made from natural rosewood, known for its hard texture, beautiful grain, and resistance to wear and deformation. The ergonomic design provides a comfortable and secure grip, even during extended use.

Specifications:

• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel with 10Cr15CoMoV Core
• Handle Material: Natural Rosewood
• Steel Hardness: 60±1 HRC
• Chef Knife Length: 8.5 inches
• Utility Knife Length: 5.2 inches
• Construction: Full Tang (inferred)

Complete Your Set

Expand your culinary arsenal with other knives from the Yu Series. From santoku knives to bread knives, each blade is crafted with the same attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Reach for this when you're breaking down a whole chicken and need to split the carcass clean through the rib joint, or when a bone-in lamb shoulder is standing between you and Sunday dinner. The 6.5-inch Butcher's Cleaver is built to cleave, not slice. Heavy spine, short blade, all the weight where you need it.

Built for the Joint

A bone chopper lives or dies on its mass. This one carries a thick, heavy spine that drives the edge through cartilage and small bones with a single confident stroke, so you're not sawing and bruising the meat. The short 6.5-inch profile keeps the blade controllable over a cutting board, and the full-tang construction means every gram of that weight sits behind your grip, not out at the tip.

Damascus Cladding, Hardened Core

The core is 10Cr15CoMoV high-carbon stainless, vacuum heat-treated to 60-62 HRC. That hardness is rare on a bone knife for a reason: it takes a keen edge and holds it through a pile of chicken carcasses, where softer cleavers roll and dent. Wrapped in 67 layers of Damascus cladding for chip resistance on the shoulder of the blade, where most of the impact lands.

Specifications

• Blade Steel: 67-layer Damascus with 10Cr15CoMoV core
• Hardness: 60-62 HRC (Vacuum Heat Treated)
• Blade Profile: 6.5-inch Butcher's Cleaver / Bone Chopper
• Handle: Rosewood with triple-rivet full tang
• Use: Splitting poultry carcasses and cleaving through small bone-in joints.
• Series: Yu Series (B13R)
• Model: B13R-KG

Complete Your Set

Pair it with the Yu Series 8" Chef Knife (B13R-CS) for the prep work once the joints are split, and the Yu Series 6" Boning Knife (B13R-TG) for the fine tissue jobs like trimming silverskin or separating meat from bone where the cleaver is too heavy-handed.

The Yu Series 5-inch Utility Knife is your indispensable assistant for all the smaller tasks where a chef knife feels unwieldy. Perfectly balanced and exquisitely sharp, this knife excels at slicing fruits, vegetables, and smaller cuts of meat with effortless precision.

Precision and Versatility

This knife is designed to be an extension of your hand, offering exceptional control for:

• Slicing and Dicing: Perfect for smaller vegetables like shallots, garlic, and herbs.
• Trimming and Peeling: Ideal for detailed work like peeling fruits or trimming fat from meat.
• Everyday Tasks: From sandwich prep to cheese slicing, this knife handles a multitude of kitchen tasks with ease.

Unrivaled Craftsmanship

• 67-Layer Damascus Steel: The blade features a stunning raindrop Damascus pattern, combining beauty with exceptional performance.
• 10Cr15CoMoV Core: Known for its exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance, this steel ensures long-lasting performance.
• Rosewood Handle: The natural rosewood handle provides a comfortable and secure grip, enhancing control and reducing fatigue.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 5 inches (127mm)
• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel with 10Cr15CoMoV Core
• Handle Material: Natural Rosewood
• HRC: 60 ± 1
• Blade Thickness: 2.2mm
• Cutting Edge Angle: 15°
• Construction: Full Tang

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Explore the entire Yu Series collection to build a complete set of high-performance knives, each designed for specific tasks and crafted with the same attention to detail.

This one belongs on the table, not the cutting board. When a porterhouse or a rack of lamb chops lands in front of a guest, the knife they pick up should do the cutting. The 5-inch Yu Series Steak Knife has a blade that stays sharp through a full dinner service, so your guests aren't sawing.

The Right Tool for the Table

A steak knife is a single-task blade. It doesn't chop onions or break down a chicken. It cuts through a rested sirloin or a grilled lamb cutlet cleanly, at an angle, on a dinner plate. The 5-inch length is right for that job: enough reach to cross a thick-cut steak in one stroke, compact enough to handle without bumping the wine glass. The 10Cr15CoMoV core is vacuum heat-treated to 60-62 HRC, so the edge doesn't fade halfway through a table of four.

Damascus Steel at Dinner

The blade is built from 67 layers of Damascus cladding over that hard core. At the table, that matters twice: the layered steel protects the edge from the micro-chips that come with plate contact, and the flowing Damascus pattern looks like it belongs on a set dinner table rather than a utility drawer. The full-tang rosewood handle is weighted and riveted, which means the knife doesn't tip awkwardly when you're cutting at an angle with a full plate underneath.

Specifications

• Blade Steel: 67-layer Damascus with 10Cr15CoMoV core
• Hardness: 60-62 HRC (Vacuum Heat Treated)
• Blade Profile: 5-inch steak knife
• Handle: Rosewood with triple-rivet full tang
• Use: At-table cutting of steaks, chops, and grilled proteins on a plate.
• Series: Yu Series (B13R)
• Model: B13R-NP

Complete Your Set

Pick up the Yu Series 4-Piece Steak Knife Set (B13R-4NP) if the whole table needs matching blades, or pair this with the Yu Series 8" Chef Knife (B13R-CS) for prep work before the meal and the Yu Series 6" Boning Knife (B13R-TG) when a bone-in cut needs trimming first.

Designed for the discerning chef, the Yu Series 8-inch Carving Knife combines exquisite craftsmanship with exceptional performance. Featuring a stunning 67-layer Damascus steel blade and a comfortable rosewood handle, this knife elevates the art of carving to a new level.

Effortless Slicing

The razor-sharp edge of the Damascus steel blade glides effortlessly through roasts, poultry, and fish, creating thin, even slices with minimal effort. Its precise design ensures optimal control and maneuverability, allowing you to achieve professional-quality results every time.

Premium Materials

Crafted from the finest materials, the Yu Series Carving Knife is built to last. The 67-layer Damascus steel blade provides exceptional strength, durability, and edge retention, while the natural rosewood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip.

Key Features:

• 8-inch Blade: Ideal for carving a variety of meats and poultry.
• 67-Layer Damascus Steel: Offers exceptional sharpness, durability, and a beautiful aesthetic.
• 10Cr15CoMoV Core: Provides superior edge retention and corrosion resistance.
• Rosewood Handle: Ergonomically designed for comfort and control.
• Full Tang Construction: Ensures optimal balance and stability.

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 8 inches (20.3 cm)
• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel with 10Cr15CoMoV Core
• Handle Material: Pink Wood / Natural Rosewood-type Hardwood
• Weight: 205g
• Construction: Full Tang (inferred)

Complete Your Set

Enhance your culinary experience with other knives from the Yu Series. From chef knives to paring knives, each blade is meticulously crafted to deliver exceptional performance and lasting beauty.

Effortlessly slice through crusty loaves and delicate pastries with the Yu Series 9-inch Bread Knife. Designed with a razor-sharp, scalloped edge, this knife glides through bread without tearing, ensuring perfect slices every time. Whether you're preparing sandwiches, appetizers, or a gourmet breakfast, this knife is your go-to tool for achieving professional results.

Precision Serrated Edge

The secret to this bread knife's performance lies in its expertly crafted serrated blade. Each scallop is precisely engineered to grip and slice through the toughest crusts while minimizing crumbs and preserving the soft interior. The 67-layer Damascus steel not only provides exceptional sharpness but also adds a touch of elegance to your kitchen.

Balanced and Durable Construction

The full-tang construction ensures exceptional balance and durability, making this knife a joy to use. The ergonomic rosewood handle provides a comfortable and secure grip, even during extended use. The combination of high-performance steel and premium materials makes this bread knife a long-lasting addition to your culinary arsenal.

Specifications:

• Blade Length: Approximately 9 inches (22.86 cm)
• Blade Material: 67-Layer Damascus Steel with 10Cr15CoMoV Core
• Handle Material: Natural Rosewood
• Steel Hardness: 60±1 HRC
• Construction: Full Tang
• Weight: 229 grams

Complete Your Set

Enhance your kitchen with other knives from the Yu Series. From chef knives to paring knives, each blade is crafted with the same attention to detail and commitment to quality. Build your collection and experience the difference that premium knives can make.

This is the perfect foundation for any kitchen. We’ve paired the two most essential knives—the all-purpose workhorse and the precision specialist—into one perfectly balanced set. It’s the ideal starter kit or a massive upgrade for your daily prep.

Your Daily Duo

This set combines the two knives you'll reach for every single day:

• The Chef Knife: Your new go-to. This is the ultimate all-rounder, perfectly shaped for 90% of your kitchen tasks, from dicing onions to carving poultry.
• The Utility Knife: Your precision specialist. This smaller blade is perfect for in-hand work like peeling vegetables, trimming fat, or creating delicate garnishes.

Damascus Steel Performance

Both blades are crafted from beautiful 67-layer Damascus steel with a high-performance 10Cr15CoMoV core, vacuum heat-treated to approximately 60-62 HRC. This combination delivers exceptional sharpness, durability, and stunning visual appeal.

Specifications:

• Blade Material: 67-layer Damascus steel with 10Cr15CoMoV core
• Handle Material: Rosewood
• Hardness: Approximately 60-62 HRC
• Construction: Full-tang with riveted handle

Complete Your Set

Expand your Yu Series collection with our range of specialized knives, each designed for peak performance and lasting beauty.