Kegani 8-Inch Damascus Kitchen Knives - Chef Knife & Kiritsuke | VG10 Steel, Italian Olive Wood Handle

The Kegani 8-Inch Damascus Knife Series is a rare fusion of Japanese blade mastery and Italian natural beauty. Built around a VG-10 steel core wrapped in 66 layers of hand-forged Damascus stainless steel, and finished with a stunning full-tang Italian olive wood hexagonal handle - available in 2 styles: the classic Chef Knife and the precision Kiritsuke. Each is a true statement piece for any serious kitchen.

Why You'll Love It

• Rare VG-10 Steel Core - One of the finest Japanese steels available, delivering exceptional sharpness and long-lasting edge retention
• 66-Layer Hand-Forged Damascus Steel - Each layer superimposed and forged for superior strength, rust resistance, and a stunning natural pattern
• Double-Ground Blade - Manually ground twice by a master craftsman for a blade that is twice as sharp as standard knives
• 62 HRC Vacuum Heat Treated - Maximum hardness for lasting performance and durability
• Italian Olive Wood Full-Tang Handle - Natural texture hexagonal handle in premium Italian olive wood - non-slip, strong, and beautifully unique in every piece
• Classic Japanese Hexagonal Shape - Ergonomic design that fits comfortably in the palm for precise control during extended use
• Gift Box & Sheath Included - Arrives ready to gift in an elegant box with a protective sheath

2 Styles - Choose Your Blade

• Chef Knife ($129.99) - The all-purpose workhorse of the kitchen. Perfect for chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing vegetables, meat, and fish with effortless precision
• Kiritsuke Knife ($129.99) - A hybrid Japanese blade combining the best of a chef knife and a yanagiba. Ideal for precision slicing, fish, and advanced cutting techniques

Care Instructions

Hand wash with warm water after each use and dry thoroughly with a soft towel. Store on a magnetic knife strip or in the included sheath. Apply food-grade mineral oil to the blade periodically to preserve its finish.

Specifications

• Blade material: VG-10 steel core, 66-layer Damascus stainless steel
• Hardness: 62 HRC
• Blade length: 8 in
• Weight: 21.2 oz
• Handle: Full-tang Italian olive wood, hexagonal
• Includes: Knife + sheath + gift box