This NM line is made from forged VG-10 stainless steel with stainless Damascus clad. NM refers to the first two letters of the two makers responsible for the blade. The steel feels incredibly finely grained, and we found that it offers great edge at around #1000 - #3000, with maximum edge retention.

A chef's knife ('Gyuto' in Japanese) is the most versatile blade that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. Their shape and often generous edge length mean that whether it's cutting small tomatoes or portioning a large roast, you can do it with one blade. Most cooks have multiple chef's knives and it is not hard to justify getting one more when it has so much utility.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら

Producing Area: Echizen-Fukui/ Japan 
Profile: Gyuto
Size: 180mm 
Steel Type: Stainless Steel 
Steel: VG-10, Stainless Damascus Clad 
Handle: Pakka Western 
Total Length: 305mm 
Edge Length: 180mm 
Handle to Tip Length: 185mm 
Blade Height: 43mm 
Thickness: 1.7mm 
Handle Length: 120mm 
Weight: 135g 
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous