Sakai Takayuki - Chuka Inox 195mm Chinese Cleaver
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Our Comment
The Sakai Takayuki Inox Chinese Cleaver, aka Chuka Bocho in Japanese, is relatively thin compared to typical Chinese cleavers, yet it remains a versatile and rugged knife. The very simple Migaki finish means no fancy aesthetics, requiring less care. It has a good heft for chopping action but isn't heavy for domestic use. It's the perfect size for home cooks.
The thickness of the cleaver is just about right, creating a reasonable secondary bevel size that tends to separate various types of food more efficiently than very small secondary bevels.
- Edge retention: Poor/Average/Good/Great/Excellent
- Corrosion Maintenance: Low/Average/High
Specifications
| Blade Length: | 197mm |
| Overall Length: | 300mm |
| Blade Height: | 86mm at heel |
| Spine Thickness: | 2mm at heel |
| Weight: | 350g |
| Steel Category: | Stainless |
| Steel Type: | Inox |
| Hardness: | 57-59HRC |
| Construction: | Mono steel |
| Finish: | Migaki (Satin) |
| Handle Type: | Black Micarta |
| Made in: | Japan |
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Sharpening
- Touch up and sharpen regularly to remove micro cracks that develop from normal use and corrosion. This will minimise the chance of chipping. We recommend sharpening on whetstones.
- Using fixed cross-blade type pull-through sharpeners is strongly not recommended. They can chip knives instantly only with a little twisting motion.
Care and Use
Use
- Do not attempt twisting or torqueing while cutting.
- Do not cut bones, frozen foods or any other hard objects. Use an appropriate knife like thick blades.
- Using a timber or synthetic rubber cutting board is recommended. Plastic should be fine, but glass, ceramic, or bamboo boards should be avoided.
Cleaning
- Dry well after washing. You may use hot water to assist.
- No dishwasher use.
Storing
- Apply a thin coat of camellia oil, particularly when storing a carbon steel knife for a long period.
- Storing in a cover or sheath that has been contaminated with rust is not recommended.
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ABOUT THE MAKER AND BRAND
Sakai Takayuki
堺 孝行
Sakai Takayuki is a renowned Japanese knife brand produced by Aoki Hamono Seisakusho (青木刃物製作所), based in Sakai, Osaka. Established in 1947, Aoki Hamono combines the expertise of skilled blacksmiths and craftsmen to create beautiful and functional knives. They collaborate with famous blacksmiths like Itsuo Doi and Kenji Togashi, ensuring each knife is meticulously crafted and hand-sharpened for exceptional quality.
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