VG5 is a refined stainless steel from the V Gold family - similar to VG10 but with a higher vanadium content and no cobalt, which produces a slightly larger grain structure that is tougher and less prone to chipping than VG10 at comparable hardness. At 60-61 HRC it takes a fine edge, holds it well through sustained kitchen use, and sharpens more easily than most premium stainless steels. Not mass-produced - VG5 fills a specific niche where pure steels with exacting alloys are required. The Kohetsu VG5 line is made exclusively for CKTG by the Tsukahara family in Seki City, Japan.
The gyuto at 240mm is the professional standard length - more reach on the pull stroke, more surface for slicing, more presence on the board. The grey pakka octagonal handle and black pakka ferrule give this version a clean, understated profile. Weight: 6.5 oz (186g). Blade height: 48mm. Spine: 2mm. Grey stabilized pakka wood octagonal handle with black pakka ferrule. Photos by Gustavo Bermudez. The 60/40 asymmetric grind works equally well for right- and left-handed cooks. Stainless cladding over the VG5 core keeps daily maintenance simple - hand wash, dry, put away. Fit and finish are solid throughout. CKTG is the only source for the Kohetsu VG5 line.
Care Instructions: VG5 is a fully stainless steel - low maintenance and resistant to corrosion. Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid the dishwasher, bones, and frozen foods. Sharpen on quality water stones - VG5 sharpens more easily than VG10 and responds well to regular stropping between sessions. Use wood or rubber cutting boards only.
The gyuto at 240mm is the professional standard length - more reach on the pull stroke, more surface for slicing, more presence on the board. The grey pakka octagonal handle and black pakka ferrule give this version a clean, understated profile. Weight: 6.5 oz (186g). Blade height: 48mm. Spine: 2mm. Grey stabilized pakka wood octagonal handle with black pakka ferrule. Photos by Gustavo Bermudez. The 60/40 asymmetric grind works equally well for right- and left-handed cooks. Stainless cladding over the VG5 core keeps daily maintenance simple - hand wash, dry, put away. Fit and finish are solid throughout. CKTG is the only source for the Kohetsu VG5 line.
Care Instructions: VG5 is a fully stainless steel - low maintenance and resistant to corrosion. Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid the dishwasher, bones, and frozen foods. Sharpen on quality water stones - VG5 sharpens more easily than VG10 and responds well to regular stropping between sessions. Use wood or rubber cutting boards only.
- Brand: Kohetsu
- Exclusive: CKTG Exclusive - Available Only at CKTG
- Blacksmith: Tsukahara Family
- Location: Seki City, Japan
- Construction: San Mai
- Edge Steel: VG5 Stainless
- Cladding: Stainless
- HRC: 60-61
- Finish: Migaki (Polished)
- Edge Grind: 60/40 Asymmetric Double Bevel
- Handle: Stabilized Grey Pakka Wood Octagonal
- Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood
- Blade Length: 240mm
