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The Made In Japanese Damascus Steel Gyuto is a thin, light VG-10 chef's knife from Seki, Japan for precision multi-purpose cuts, on sale for $88.90 (reg. $239) — buy online with coupon EDGE10 for extra 10% off.
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The Made In Japanese Damascus Steel Gyuto is a thin, light multi-purpose chef's knife made in Seki, Japan from VG-10 Damascus steel, especially well suited to precision cuts. Best for cooks who want one high-performance Japanese chef's knife, it's on sale for $88.90, down from $239. Apply coupon EDGE10 for an extra 10% off; orders over $45 ship free.
Use a whetstone, not a pull-through coarse sharpener. Soak the stone, hold the blade at roughly 15° per side, and work in consistent strokes from heel to tip. Start at 1000 grit to restore the edge and finish at 3000–6000 grit for a polished, razor-sharp finish matching the factory Japanese edge. Hone lightly on leather or a fine ceramic rod between sharpening sessions.
No. VG-10 Damascus steel should never go in the dishwasher — harsh detergents and prolonged moisture cause rust spots, handle damage, and edge chipping. Hand wash with mild soap, dry immediately, and store dry.
VG-10 is a high-carbon Japanese stainless steel (about 60–61 HRC) used as the core cutting layer, clad in Damascus-patterned steel. It takes a sharper edge than typical Western stainless and holds it far longer — the reason Seki, Japan bladesmiths favor it.
Hand wash and dry right after use. Wipe the blade with a thin coat of food-safe mineral or camellia oil if storing for long periods. Avoid glass cutting boards, twisting cuts, and bones, which can chip the hard edge. Remove early rust spots with baking soda and a soft cloth.
$88.90 versus a $239 compare-at price saves over $150 on a genuine Seki-forged VG-10 Gyuto. Stack coupon EDGE10 and free shipping over $45.
Thin, light VG-10 Damascus Gyuto from Seki, Japan built for precision cuts at $88.90 — 62% off
VG-10 core takes and holds a sharper edge than typical Western chef's knives
Coupon EDGE10 adds 10% off plus free shipping on orders over $45
Care: Hand wash only, whetstone sharpening
Origin: Seki, Japan
Series: Japanese Damascus Steel
Edge Angle: ~15° per side
Blade Steel: VG-10 core, Damascus layered
Product Type: Gyuto / Chef's Knife
Seller: Honed Edge Cutlery
The Made In Japanese Damascus Steel Gyuto at $88.90 delivers Seki, Japan VG-10 Damascus craft for everyday precision cutting at a deep discount.
Whetstone sharpening at 1000–6000 grit, 15° angle, hand wash, dry, and oil. Never dishwasher.
A hard VG-10 core clad in patterned Damascus gives lasting sharpness, precise thin cuts, and striking looks.
Here — this page is the purchase endpoint. Order at the $88.90 sale price and apply coupon EDGE10 at checkout.
Use a whetstone at ~15° per side: 1000 grit to sharpen, 3000–6000 grit to polish. Avoid coarse electric sharpeners.
No. Hand wash and dry immediately — dishwashers cause rust and edge damage on VG-10 Damascus steel.
VG-10 is a hard Japanese stainless core steel (~60 HRC) clad in Damascus layers — it holds a sharper edge far longer than standard stainless.
Comparable Seki-made VG-10 Gyutos sell for $150–$240. At $88.90 you save over $150 on genuine Damascus performance.
This gyuto is thin, light, and frighteningly sharp. I can cut an onion into consistent translucent slices without any pressure at all. It's completely changed how enjoyable cooking feels. Best kitchen purchase I've made in a decade.
Insanely sharp, beautifully finished. Instant favorite.
The blade performance is everything promised — thin laser-style grind, superb edge retention, gorgeous Damascus cladding. The handle shape felt a little slim to me the first week, but either I adapted or it broke in because it's comfortable now. Would absolutely buy again at the sale price.
I'm in my second year of culinary school and needed something better than my starter kit. My instructor actually asked about this knife during knife skills class. It's light enough for hours of prep and holds a wicked edge through service. The value at under $90 is honestly absurd.
It's a genuinely well-made gyuto and cuts better than anything else I own. Three stars only because the 'precision' hype set enormous expectations — it's a great knife, not magic. Mine also came with a tiny scratch near the bolster. Function is flawless though.
I'm 63 and have struggled with heavy German knives since my wrist surgery. This gyuto's light weight means I can prep a whole dinner without pain. It slices brisket for Sunday family dinners in clean, even passes. Wish I'd discovered Japanese knives years ago.
Slicing raw salmon into sashimi-thin pieces at home now, which I never thought I'd manage. The VG-10 core takes a stunning edge. Just remember to hand wash and dry immediately — I left it in the sink overnight once and got a small water spot. My fault, not the knife's.
Twenty years of Wüsthof loyalty, gone. This thing glides through protein and veg with almost no resistance and the profile is more versatile than I expected. The Damascus pattern gets compliments every time guests see it. Ordering the santoku next.
Cut some acidic fruit and left it on the board for an hour — got etching marks on the edge that took real work to polish out. Maybe I'm just not disciplined enough for this steel. The cutting performance was lovely, but high-maintenance knives stress me out. Passing it to a friend who will treat it better.
Been cooking seriously for about five years and this is the knife that made technique click. Because it's so thin and sharp, my cuts got cleaner immediately — the knife rewards good form. Edge needed one touch-up after six weeks of near-daily use. Phenomenal for the money.
The profile is a bit pointier and the blade thinner than a Western chef's knife and I'm never going back. Push cuts through chicken thighs are effortless, and it's agile enough for fine herb work. Fit and finish from Seki is museum quality. Zero regrets.
Sharpness, balance, looks — all superb. The caveat: the thin edge demands a proper board. On my old glass cutting board it dulled noticeably in days; on end-grain wood it's been rock solid since. Buy the right board and this knife will serve you well.
