Apex Ultra with Damascus

232x55mm gyuto in Apex Ultra with damascus cladding and forge finish. 

Convex grind with thin edge and sharp distal taper. Polished spine and choil with satin, hand polished bevels and acid etched to highlight the steel layup. 

The handle is stabilised Ebony burl with heirloom fit brass bolster. 

Tech specs:

Steel: Tobias Hangler Apex Ultra core with damascus cladding
Tested Hardness: 65 HRC 
Total length: 382mm
Length of cutting edge: 232mm
Blade height at heel: 55mm
Handle length: 142mm
Spine thickness -  
    Above heel: 3.8mm 
    Midway: 2.2mm
    10mm before tip: 0.2mm
Weight: 221g 

Please note this is a high hardness, keen edged high performance knife and as such care must be taken to protect the edge (i.e. please do not cut frozen foods).