Bread knive • 250 mm • VG10 steel • Black Pakka handle with bolster • For Left- and Right-Handed Users

Features of the Kasumi Damascus Series

With this series, Kasumi truly puts itself on the map. The name Kasumi translates to “white mist”, a visual effect that is beautifully reflected in the blade. The blade is constructed from 33 layers of Damascus steel and finished using a pearl blasting technique, creating the distinctive misty appearance.

At the core of the blade is the well-known VG-10 steel, valued for its excellent sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance.

The knife features a hybrid handle, consisting of a bolster combined with an extended black pakkawood handle. This design results in a knife that is not overly heavy and offers excellent balance and control during use.

A highly recommended knife for both enthusiastic home cooks and professional chefs.

VG10 – Takefu – Steel

Very Gold 10, better known as VG10, is one of the most common steel types on today’s knife market. The steel is produced by Takefu Special Steel in Echizen, Japan. VG10 is popular with both knifemakers and users thanks to its well-balanced combination of performance and ease of use.

It is a stainless steel with a high carbon content, alloyed with elements such as chromium, molybdenum, vanadium, and cobalt. Chromium provides corrosion resistance, while vanadium contributes to wear resistance during intensive use.

Although VG10 is widely used, there are clear differences in quality and performance. During the production process, various techniques can be applied to make the steel harder and refine its structure. Factors such as additional ingredients, the hardening process, and heat treatment all play an important role. In addition, the knowledge and skill of the knifemaker during the grinding process are crucial for the knife’s final sharpness and cutting performance.

At Slijperij Rangelrooij, we are big fans of VG10 steel. It can be brought to a very high level of sharpness and retains that sharpness for a long time. Despite the wide availability of VG10, we always pay close attention to blade geometry as well. Both aspects are extremely important and can strongly enhance each other—something our makers clearly distinguish themselves with compared to others.