Sakai Takayuki 33 Layer Tsuchime Damascus Butchers Knife 210mm
Japanese Butcher’s Knife
A robust, no-nonsense blade designed for breaking down larger cuts with confidence. With its thick spine, forward weight and durable edge, this Japanese butcher’s knife powers through joints, cartilage and dense meat while still offering the control needed for trimming and finer work. A dependable, hardworking tool built for serious prep.
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Tsuchime – Hammered Finish
Tsuchime means “hammered” in Japanese. The stamped tsuchime finish recreates the textured, dimpled surface of hand-hammered blades using a precise pressing technique. These shallow indentations help reduce drag and minimise food sticking during prep, while giving the knife a subtle, crafted appearance.
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Sakai Takayuki – Centuries of Sakai Craft
Sakai Takayuki is one of the most respected names in Japanese cutlery, representing more than 600 years of blade-making tradition in Sakai, Osaka. Working with highly skilled blacksmiths and sharpeners, they produce knives known for their consistency, balance and exceptional cutting performance. Blending time-honoured techniques with modern precision, Sakai Takayuki creates reliable, beautifully finished tools trusted by both professional chefs and passionate home cooks.
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VG10 – Modern Stainless Performance
VG10 is a high-quality stainless steel offering excellent sharpness, strong edge retention and impressive corrosion resistance — a practical choice for cooks who want high performance with easier day-to-day maintenance.
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Steel Care
• Always hand wash immediately after use — never in the dishwasher
• Dry completely with a towel to prevent rust or discolouration
• Use wooden or soft plastic chopping boards
• Store safely: knife block, magnetic rack or saya cover
• Sharpen regularly using whetstones for long-term performance
• Carbon steels will develop a natural patina over time
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Specifications
• Blade shape: Butchers knife
• Maker: Sakai Takayuki
• Blade construction: Stainless clad
• Steel: VG10
• Handle: Spanish Mahogany
• Total length:
• Blade length: 210mm
• Blade height at heel:
• Weight:
• HRC:
• Blade finish: Tsuchime Damascus
• Edge grind:
• Thickness behind the edge:
• Spine thickness at heel:
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Age Restriction
You must be 18 or over to purchase this knife. By placing an order, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement. Community Cutlery reserves the right to request age verification and may withhold delivery if suitable proof is not provided.
We ship Tuesday to Saturday using Royal Mail Tracked 24.
All knives ship via an age verified service in accordance with The Offensive Weapons Act 2019, which will mean the postie will need you to be in to receive the delivery & to check your ID if you look under 25.
The law also requires us to carry out a soft age check of the purchaser after checkout, this is done by an automated system that usually doesn't require your input, although we will need to contact you for proof of age if you fail, which can sometimes happen if you use a work address.
of Community Cutlery as a home for enthusiasts, for people who love the ritual of food preparation and who have realised the charm in doing it with quality tools, with items that are as pleasing on the eye as they are practical in the hand.
