What benefits does X-7 Damascus steel provide?

On the Cangshan Maya Prep Utility Knife, 5 1/2", the X-7 Damascus steel blade is razor-sharp, and its ~60 Rockwell hardness supports long-lasting edge retention.

What is the significance of full-tang construction for the Cangshan Maya Prep Utility Knife, 5 1/2"?

Full-tang construction maximizes knife strength, giving this utility knife a sturdier overall build. It pairs with an African blackwood handle. The knife includes a walnut sheath.

Who sharpens the Cangshan Maya Prep Utility Knife, 5 1/2" to a 16-degree angle?

The knife is hand sharpened to a 16-degree angle by master bladesmiths.

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Cangshan Maya Prep Utility Knife, 5 1/2"

$109.95

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On the Cangshan Maya Prep Utility Knife, 5 1/2", the X-7 Damascus steel blade is razor-sharp, and its ~60 Rockwell hardness supports long-lasting edge retention.
Full-tang construction maximizes knife strength, giving this utility knife a sturdier overall build.
- It pairs with an African blackwood handle.
- The knife includes a walnut sheath.
The knife is hand sharpened to a 16-degree angle by master bladesmiths.