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We've also brought back the VG10 gyuto 210mm and petty 135mm, back in stock after selling out.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-vg10-gyuto-210mm","title":"Sakai Kikumori VG10 Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"423\" data-start=\"163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"224\" data-start=\"163\"\u003eA well-balanced, do-it-all Gyuto with some serious style.\u003c\/strong\u003e This 210mm Sakai Kikumori is made from VG10 stainless steel, which means low maintenance, solid edge retention, and easy care. Perfect if you want performance without the fuss of high carbon upkeep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"711\" data-start=\"425\"\u003eIt’s thin behind the edge, sharp out of the box, and nimble in the hand. The 48mm heel gives you a bit of knuckle clearance, and at 186g it has enough weight to feel confident without being heavy. 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