Sakai Takayuki Seigaiha Sujihiki Böhler N685 Damascus // 250mm // Grand Chef Series
The Sujihiki knife is a traditional Japanese slicing knife featuring a long, slender blade—typically 240mm to 300mm—designed for precision and effortless slicing. Its thin, razor-sharp edge allows for smooth, clean cuts, making it perfect for filleting fish, slicing sushi, carving meats, and preparing roasts.
Engineered to minimize resistance while cutting, the Sujihiki provides exceptional control and accuracy. The blade may feature a slight curve or remain straight, giving chefs and home cooks the versatility to handle delicate tasks as well as professional slicing techniques.
Part of the Sakai Takayuki Seigaiha series, this premium Japanese knife combines over 40 years of the Grand Chef series legacy with modern innovation. Each blade is forged from high-quality EU/Swedish Böhler N685 steel and layered with Sakai Takayuki’s signature Damascus wave pattern, inspired by the traditional Seigaiha motif, symbolizing infinity, peace, and resilience.
The Vertical Thin Blade Spec further enhances performance by reducing cutting resistance and allowing the blade to glide effortlessly through ingredients. The result is a knife that feels light, powerful, and precise, capable of handling both delicate and demanding kitchen tasks with ease.
More than a functional tool, the Seigaiha sujihiki knife is a work of art, blending Japanese craftsmanship, durability, and performance. Perfect for chefs, culinary enthusiasts, and home cooks, it elevates everyday cooking into a refined and elegant culinary experience.
Description:
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Shape: Sujihiki Kengata
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Blade Length: 250mm
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Blade Height: 42.9mm
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Blade Thickness: 1.8mm
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Weight: 196.9g
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Blade Construction: San Mai
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Cladding: Stainless Damascus Tsuchime
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Steel Type: Böhler N685
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Rockwell Hardness: 60–61 HRC
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Handle: Black Pakka with Integral Bolster
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Made In: Sakai City, Osaka, Japan
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Brand: Sakai Takayuki
Böhler N685 Steel Composition
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Carbon (C): 0.85 – 0.95 % — high carbon for hardness and edge retention Bohler
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Chromium (Cr): 17.0 – 19.0 % — provides stainless corrosion resistance Bohler
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Molybdenum (Mo): 0.90 – 1.30 % — boosts strength, hardenability, and wear resistance Bohler
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Vanadium (V): 0.07 – 0.12 % — refines grain structure and improves wear resistance Bohler
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Silicon (Si): ≤ 1.00 % — deoxidizer and strength contributor Bohler
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Manganese (Mn): ≤ 1.00 % — improves hardenability and tensile strength Bohler
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Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.040 % (impurity limit) Bohler
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Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.030 % (impurity limit)
Key properties:
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High chromium content gives strong corrosion resistance.
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Carbon, molybdenum, and vanadium provide hardness, edge retention, and wear resistance.
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Suitable for premium knives where sharpness, durability, and corrosion resistance are needed.
Böhler N685 Steel – Premium high-carbon stainless steel engineered for sharpness, durability, and corrosion resistance. With added molybdenum and vanadium, it holds a razor-sharp edge longer while remaining easy to maintain—perfect for professional chefs and serious home cooks.
Recommended Uses:
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Slicing sashimi and sushi
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Filleting and portioning fish
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Carving meats and roasts
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Trimming proteins
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Precision pull cuts
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Professional kitchen use
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Advanced home cooking