VG5 is a refined member of the V Gold stainless family - higher vanadium than VG10, no cobalt, and a slightly larger grain structure that produces a tougher edge that is less prone to chipping. At 60 HRC it takes a sharp edge, holds it through a long day at the cutting board, and sharpens more readily than most premium stainless alloys. The Kohetsu Tsuchime line pairs that steel with a hammered tsuchime (hammered) finish across the cladding - a hand-worked appearance that helps food release from the blade and gives each knife a distinctive look. Made exclusively for CKTG by the Tsukahara family in Seki City, Japan.
The petty at 150mm covers the versatile middle ground between a paring knife and a utility blade - comfortable for board work and in-hand tasks equally. Western handle. Hammered tsuchime stainless cladding. The western handle is full tang with a comfortable grip that suits a range of hand sizes. The hammered tsuchime finish across the cladding reduces blade-to-food contact for improved release. The 60/40 asymmetric grind works equally well for right- and left-handed cooks. CKTG is the only source for the Kohetsu VG5 Tsuchime 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 petty at 150mm covers the versatile middle ground between a paring knife and a utility blade - comfortable for board work and in-hand tasks equally. Western handle. Hammered tsuchime stainless cladding. The western handle is full tang with a comfortable grip that suits a range of hand sizes. The hammered tsuchime finish across the cladding reduces blade-to-food contact for improved release. The 60/40 asymmetric grind works equally well for right- and left-handed cooks. CKTG is the only source for the Kohetsu VG5 Tsuchime 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: Hammered Tsuchime Stainless
- HRC: 60
- Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered)
- Edge Grind: 60/40 Asymmetric Double Bevel
- Handle: Western - Full Tang
- Blade Length: 150mm
