25er Gyuto Integtal Leistungsdamast

This knife is the inconspicuous showpiece of the current batch and one of the most elaborate knives in recent months. In particular, working out the bolster and adjusting the handle scales is extremely time-consuming. The blade consists of a twisted 350-layer high-performance damascus steel made of 84% 1.2562, 8% 1.2767ESU and 8% 1.2510.

In terms of geometry, the knife is a very good performing user-friendly. It is equally suitable for all cutting techniques.

The damascus steel was produced with the complete exclusion of oxygen and with low welding and forging temperatures. After the last fire weld at 970 degrees and twisting, the starting material with a thickness of approx. 40mm was forged down to approx. 15mm within one heat with a forging start temperature of 900 degrees. This was followed by forging the blank at a maximum of 780 degrees. After each heat, the blank was cooled to below 720 degrees. This process produces a very fine-grained matrix as well as very small and finely divided carbides.

I have the drawer lid boxes made for me by a master carpenter friend. This box is made of oak and has the manufacturer's branding stamp on the underside. The blade rests on a wooden block in which magnets are concealed and which is covered with a thin layer of balsa wood. This will prevent the blade from scratching. I would like to point out that I do not recommend using the caskets as the only transport lock. The blade is held well by the magnets, but it can slip if it is hit or jarred. If necessary, you can simply pad the box with a kitchen towel or something similar.

For buyers from non-EU countries: Due to the larger dimensions of the sliding lid box, the shipping is more expensive than usual.