Chinese veg cleaver: A favourite knife utilized heavily amongst Chinese chefs. They tend to be quite tall for julienne push/pull style chopping. They are quite handy for smashing garlic into a paste, and other quick jobs. Try not to be intimidated by the size, they are a joy to use.
KNIFE SPECS:
- Steel: VG10 Stainless
- HRC: 60:62
- Length: 195mm
- Height at heel: 84.4mm
- Spine thickness above heel: 2mm
- Weight: 362g
- Handle: Western Style Red Pakka w/Welded Bolster
- Edge/Bevel: 50/50
- Shape: Chuka Bocho
- Knife Line: 33 Layer Damascus
- Finish: Damascus Tsuchime
- Maker: Sakai Takayuki
- Origin: Sakai, Japan