The sujihiki 240 mm in VG10 from Hitohira's T10 line is built for long drawing cuts through whole roasts, poultry, and fish fillets. Its narrow, elongated blade allows uninterrupted passes from heel to tip without sawing. The reduced blade height limits friction against protein fibers and keeps the cut consistent across the full length of each stroke.
VG10 has been made by Takefu Special Steel since the early 1960s, a steel designed from the start for knifemaking. Its 15% chromium provides strong corrosion resistance, while 1.5% cobalt additions allow it to reach 60,61 HRC. The high chromium content makes it less responsive on the whetstone than lower-alloy steels: sharpening takes more passes, but the edge holds well between sessions. Quality stones, medium to fine grit, give the best results.
Care
Rinse and dry after each use. Never put in the dishwasher. The stainless steel requires no oil or special treatment between uses.