The Shimomura Verdun OVD-201 is a Damascus santoku knife made in Japan. The blade features a high carbon molybdenum vanadium steel core clad in Damascus laminated steel, producing the distinctive wavy pattern while delivering exceptional edge retention and cutting performance.

Damascus cladding is not just decorative. The layered steel construction creates a harder, more resilient blade than standard stainless. The santoku profile excels at the three essential cuts: slicing, dicing, and mincing. The seamless 18-8 stainless steel handle is dishwasher safe and will not harbor bacteria.

Total length: 11.6in (295mm). Blade length: 6.3in (160mm). Blade thickness: 0.1in (2.0mm). Weight: 5.6oz (160g). Core: high carbon molybdenum vanadium steel. Cladding: Damascus laminated steel. Handle: 18-8 stainless steel. Double-edged.

Shimomura Kogyo's Damascus Verdun line represents their premium tier, combining Tsubame-Sanjo craftsmanship with Damascus steel construction. This is a significant step up from standard stainless knives and an ideal choice for home cooks who want Japanese cutting performance.

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