We're constantly looking for knives that are great bangs for the buck to satisfy our line cook customers. Here is a good one. Good stainless steel, a nice thin blade with good grinds, and an excellent price make the knife a winner.
AUS-8a is known for its excellent resistance to rust and ease of sharpening. It is comparable to the 440 made in the US. However, the AUS line is manufactured by a Japanese steel mill using the same recipe.Maker: Kanetsugu Cutlery
Location: Seki City, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Roll Forged
Edge Steel: AUS-8A Stainless Steel
Cladding: Stainless
HRC: 59-60
Handle: Walnut Western
Weight: 1.3 oz (36 g)
Edge Length: 90 mm
Total Length: 198 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 1.4 mm
Blade Height at Heel: 21.0 mm
AUS-8a is known for its excellent resistance to rust and ease of sharpening. It is comparable to the 440 made in the US. However, the AUS line is manufactured by a Japanese steel mill using the same recipe.
