Okimoto Saba 210 Kiritsuke A slicer with rustic good looks for those of you with a no-nonsense approach to the kitchen. Okimoto Saba Series One of our fan favourites, the Saba has real presence and the sort of reassuring weight that tells you it means business, not a delicate ornament that's terrified of a butternut pumpkin. The rugged hammered finish adds to the appeal. It looks like a knife that's earned its place in the kitchen, with just enough attitude to stand out without trying too hard. Best of all, it's as practical as it is handsome. Crafted from stainless molybdenum vanadium steel with a 50:50 V bevel, the Okimoto Saba knife is refreshingly low maintenance. It sharpens easily, holds its edge impressively well for it's price and shrugs off the demands of everyday cooking. It's the sort of knife you'll reach for every night, not because you have to, but because all of your old kit suddenly feels second best. If you love perfect fit and finish buy the Mcusta Zanmai Hammer knives instead, but like all our Okimoto series, these are excellent value for money. Okimoto Knives Named for the legendary drinking samurai from the Mori clan, Okimoto knives are no nonsense workhorses that will leave a few dollars in your wallet for your next bottle of Japanese Sake. Style Kiritsuke Blade Length 214mm Overall Length 332mm Weight 180gm Blade Thickness 2.4mm Tang Full tang HRC (hardness) 58 Composition Stainless steel Edge Ryoba V bevel Saya Not included