"The Star" W61F Damascus Kiritsuke 9inch
W61F is the most eye-catching model in Braun's Damascus patterned steel series, ideal for professional kitchen knives. Its core is a highly wear-resistant blade steel with a carbon content of approximately 2.5%, along with approximately 1% molybdenum and 1% tungsten, achieving a hardness of approximately 65HRC after heat treatment. The sides are constructed of stainless steel, a plastic and tough material with rust resistance comparable to SUS304 stainless steel. The resulting Damascus steel not only creates a more delicate and vibrant pattern, but also possesses extraordinary properties: sharpness, wear resistance, and toughness.
Handle Material: traditional wooden handle is replaced with desert iron wood.
Weight 203g
Full Length 375mm
Blade Length 240mm
Handle Length 135mm
Blade Tall 45mm
Spine Thickness 2.5 mm
Hardness 65 HRC _+
This knife is real sharp, and can stay sharp for a long time if taken care of. Forged star pattern reduce amount of stick and provides aesthetics.