Daovua has been hard at work building a factory so they can improve the quality of their blades. They've also decided to make a new line of knives with more classic Japanese shapes with flatter profiles, improved sharpness and upgraded steel. Please note these are carbon steel knives and they will rust if you don't wash and towel dry after using.
Each knife is made by hand so all measurements are approximations.Weight: 6.0 oz (170 g)
Edge Length: 214 mm
Total Length: 362 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2 mm
Blade Height: 65 mm
Steel: Recycled leaf spring carbon steel
Handle: Octagonal (color and wood type vary)
Each knife is made by hand so all measurements are approximations.
Reviews
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Shouldn't be as good as it is, August 28, 2025Posted By: Crow
This guy puts in some work. Fit and finish aren't perfect, but for the price point, it's excellent. Mine came wickedly sharp, even without the sharpening service. Nice thin blade than makes quick work of meat and veggies, but maybe get a Deba if you're going to be breaking down bones or anything really hearty. For a well made, carbon steel knife, you cannot go wrong with this one for the price.
This guy puts in some work. Fit and finish aren't perfect, but for the price point, it's excellent. Mine came wickedly sharp, even without the sharpening service. Nice thin blade than makes quick work of meat and veggies, but maybe get a Deba if you're going to be breaking down bones or anything really hearty. For a well made, carbon steel knife, you cannot go wrong with this one for the price.
SleeperPosted By: Steven
3 people found this review helpful
I have many knives of this brand, they require a lil extra care as they are not stainless. I got this “ deep Santoku” to be a knife that lasts me a long time. I’m confident this knife will outlast me. If u want a 500$ knife, for 100$…. Davoua is the way to go!
3 people found this review helpful
I have many knives of this brand, they require a lil extra care as they are not stainless. I got this “ deep Santoku” to be a knife that lasts me a long time. I’m confident this knife will outlast me. If u want a 500$ knife, for 100$…. Davoua is the way to go!
Very good and cuts well.
Very thin! But also very VERY rough.Posted By: Lorenzo Campolongo
10 people found this review helpful
Blade came in very bent and dull to the point where I needed to spend a lot of time bending it straight to even get a proper edge on it. I still have been unable to get it straight as it is bent as if you took a piece of paper at both ends and rotated your wrist in different directions. Regardless, it's VERY thin, the heat treat is good enough, and it's very reactive. If you don't feel like putting a lot of time into fixing this thing up, perhaps go for another knife.
10 people found this review helpful
Blade came in very bent and dull to the point where I needed to spend a lot of time bending it straight to even get a proper edge on it. I still have been unable to get it straight as it is bent as if you took a piece of paper at both ends and rotated your wrist in different directions. Regardless, it's VERY thin, the heat treat is good enough, and it's very reactive. If you don't feel like putting a lot of time into fixing this thing up, perhaps go for another knife.
