Simón Damascus Japan Olive Gyuto Chef’s Knife
The Simón Damascus Japan Olive Gyuto Knife is a premium Japanese-style chef’s knife designed for exceptional precision, versatility, and cutting performance. Featuring a 22.5 cm (9-inch) blade, this elegant kitchen tool excels at chopping vegetables, slicing meats, filleting fish, and preparing charcuterie, making it an indispensable knife for both professional chefs and passionate home cooks.
Handcrafted in Japan as part of the exclusive Simón DJ Damascus Collection, the blade is forged from 67 layers of Damascus steel with a premium VG-10 steel core, renowned for its outstanding edge retention, corrosion resistance, and long-lasting sharpness. Hardened to over 60 HRC on the Rockwell scale, the blade delivers exceptional cutting performance while maintaining durability for daily kitchen use.
The mirror-polished Damascus finish not only highlights the beautiful layered steel pattern but also improves cutting efficiency by enhancing food release and reducing drag during slicing. The razor-sharp edge is hand sharpened using traditional ceramic water stones to achieve superior cutting precision.
Built using the traditional Japanese Hocho construction method, the blade tang is securely fitted into the handle using magnesium resin, creating an exceptionally lightweight and well-balanced knife. This construction provides excellent agility and control, with a slight forward balance toward the blade that many professional chefs prefer for efficient chopping and slicing.
The handle is crafted from carefully selected olive root wood, offering a warm, natural feel and distinctive grain pattern, while the buffalo horn bolster adds elegance, durability, and a touch of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Key Features
- Authentic Japanese-made Gyuto chef’s knife
- Part of the exclusive Simón DJ Damascus Collection
- 22.5 cm (9 in.) blade length
- Forged from 67 layers of Damascus steel
- Premium VG-10 steel core
- Hardened to 60+ HRC for superior edge retention
- Mirror-polished Damascus finish
- Hand sharpened with ceramic water stones
- Traditional Japanese Hocho-style construction
- Lightweight and perfectly balanced design
- Premium olive root wood handle
- Elegant buffalo horn bolster
- Ideal for vegetables, meats, fish, herbs, and charcuterie
Traditional Japanese Performance Meets Natural Elegance
The Simón Damascus Japan Olive Gyuto combines the cutting performance of a professional Japanese chef’s knife with the warmth and beauty of Mediterranean olive wood. Lightweight, razor-sharp, and exceptionally well balanced, it delivers the precision and control required for everything from fine vegetable work to large-scale meal preparation.
Whether used in a professional kitchen or the home, this knife offers the craftsmanship, beauty, and cutting excellence expected from a premium Japanese Damascus steel blade.
💡 Please Note: This knife is handmade and takes time to arrive. Please allow approximately 2–3 weeks for delivery to its final destination.