Damascus kitchen knife MASTERPIECE Takumo Handcrafted kitchen knife MASTERPIECE Takumo. The knife is made from Damascus steel. The blade is made from layered steel composite forging. In this knife, there are 66 layers. This forging creates a unique pattern. Between these layers is embedded a VG10 steel core. The knife has a hardness of 59-60 HRC, which ensures long-lasting sharpness and lifespan. The shape of the handle ensures a comfortable and secure grip. The handle is made of Serpentine wood (snake pattern). Included in the packaging is an eco-leather case, made with precision handwork. Damascus steel is produced by repeatedly forging, layering, and re-forging several strips of steel with different properties, thus creating a characteristic pattern that can have dozens to hundreds of layers. Damascus steel is long-lasting sharp and resistant due to the grouping of materials with different properties. The steel core is made of one of the highest-rated steels, VG-10. Highly