Mcusta Zanmai | SKU: ZM-HZ2-3010V

Mcusta Zanmai Hybrid VG10 Sujihiki 240mm

Name: Mcusta Zanmai Hybrid VG10 Sujihiki 240mm
Brand: Mcusta Zanmai
SKU: ZM-HZ2-3010V
Price: 6969.00 TWD
Availability: OutOfStock

$6,969.00

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Detailed Specifications

Line	Mcusta Zanmai Hybrid VG10
Profile	Sujihiki / Slicer
Bevel Type	Double Bevel
Weight	164 g \| 5.8 oz
Edge Length	240 mm \| 9 29/64″
Heel Height	37 mm \| 1 29/64″
Width @ Heel	2.3 mm \| 3/32″
Width @ Mid	1.9 mm \| 5/64″
Width @ 1cm from Tip	0.7 mm \| 1/32″
Steel	VG10 \| Stainless
Blade Construction	Monosteel
Hardness (HRC)	59 - 61
Handle	Zanmai Hexagonal WA
Region	Seki
Best for	First-timers Pro chefs

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The Zanmai Hybrid V is built for one thing: effortless slicing. Its thin spine and ultra-thin grind give it laser-like precision – ingredients glide apart with barely any drag. You feel the difference instantly.

At its heart is VG10 steel, chosen because it holds a sharp edge longer, meaning less time sharpening and more time cooking. The blade is solid monosteel (single material), giving it a clean, minimalist look that's pure function.

But Zanmai never forgets beauty. The hexagonal pakkawood handle feels fantastic and secure in your grip, finished with a striking nickel silver kuchiwa (bolster). This detail screams quality, showing off Zanmai's skill: mixing Seki City's deep knife-making roots with smart, modern techniques.

And the little things? They shine. The mother-of-pearl inlay adds a subtle touch of class, while the finely polished spine and choil mean no hot spots, even during marathon prep. From the tip to the bolster, the Hybrid V oozes Zanmai's meticulous fit and finish – modern performance wrapped in timeless Seki craft.

Pros	Cons
Great for professionals Ideal for the household Easy to look after	Relatively hard to sharpen

Care Instruction

Don't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!
Wash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;
Please don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;
Be careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;
It is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!
It is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.

Mcusta Zanmai

Mcusta Zanmai — Seki Precision, Traditional Soul

Forged in Seki City, Japan, MCUSTA Zanmai knives masterfully blend tradition with modern tech. Their signature look comes from stunning Damascus-patterned stainless steel cladding surrounding a super-sharp VG-10 core. This combo offers beauty, durability, and incredible edge retention. Many blades feature a practical "Tsuchime" (hammered) finish that helps food stick less. They're typically paired with handsome, durable Pakkawood handles.

The name "Zanmai" reflects a state of perfect focus, mirroring the brand's commitment to creating knives that are both precision tools and works of art – razor-sharp performers with undeniable style. They're for those who appreciate how Zanmai seamlessly blends old-world craftsmanship and contemporary engineering.

MCUSTA Zanmai represents a sophisticated fusion of traditional Japanese knife-making artistry and cutting-edge modern manufacturing. Crafted in Seki City, Japan—a centuries-old hub of blade excellence—these knives seamlessly blend heritage with innovation.

The hallmark of the Zanmai line is its exceptional Damascus-clad construction. It features a core of high-performance VG-10 stainless steel, renowned for its sharpness and edge retention, enveloped by multiple layers of softer stainless steel. This creates the distinctive, beautiful Damascus patterning while enhancing durability. Precision laser-cutting technology ensures exact blade geometry.

Zanmai knives are celebrated for their elegant aesthetics, often showcasing a "Tsuchime" (hammered) finish on the Damascus cladding, which also reduces food sticking. They are typically fitted with comfortable, durable, and visually striking Pakkawood handles, combining wood's warmth with resin's resilience.

The name "Zanmai" signifies a state of total absorption and perfection, reflecting the brand's dedication to creating knives offering both razor-sharp performance and refined beauty. They are designed for discerning users who appreciate the synergy of time-honored craftsmanship and contemporary precision engineering.

(Parent Company: Marusho Industry Inc., founded in 1966)

“Seki's modern factory with a craftsman's heart — precision Damascus and powdered steel at scale.”

Est. 1966 | 昭和41年

Known for Damascus-clad stainless knives, factory precision with artisan finish

Website mcusta.jp Read more about Mcusta Zanmai

Profile

Sujihiki

Slicer

The Sujihiki, also known as Sujibiki, stands out as a Japanese slicing knife, characterized by a thinner and sharper edge than those found in Western kitchens. Its long blade is ideally crafted for the artful, thin carving of proteins and for slicing terrines and patés with finesse. Blade lengths span from 210mm to 300mm (8.3 to 12 inches), with 240mm and 270mm being particularly favored for their balanced cutting length and agility. When used for their intended purpose Sujihiki has a significant advantage: the slimmer blade will have less surface contact with the soft protein, and lead to reduced frictions during the cut compare to Gyuto as this type of food would "grip" the blade from pushing forward. In addition, the generally flat profile of Sujihiki is a perfect match for slicing tasks, when paired with a carbon steel core, they are some of the best tools for portioning large piece of meat, they can also act as the perfect melon cutter occationaly.

Compare with

VG10

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15.0% 11.3% 7.5% 3.8% 0

1.0%

15.0%

0.25%

1.0%

1.55%

C — Carbon Cr — Chromium V — Vanadium Mo — Molybdenum Co — Cobalt

Hardness 59–61 HRC

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Steel

VG10

Manufacturer
- Takefu Special Steel, Japan
Nature Stainless
Hardness59–61 HRC

Takefu VG10, is a high-end stainless steel celebrated for its exceptional edge retention and sharpness. It is a popular choice among Japanese kitchen knife makers and widely used in various types of knives, including kitchen knives, folders, and fixed blades.

VG10 achieves a hardness of around 60-61 HRC, with some makers pushing it to 62 HRC, ensuring good edge holding and stain resistance. The steel's composition includes 15% chromium (Cr) for corrosion resistance, 1% molybdenum (Mo), and 1.5% cobalt (Co) for matrix strengthening, leading to high hardness and durability. The addition of vanadium (V) refines its microstructure and, along with Cr and Mo, produces hard carbides that enhance wear resistance. VG10 is easy to sharpen, has good machinability, and supports secondary hardening with high-temperature tempering, making it suitable for blades that may undergo surface coating treatments up to about 450℃. Its well-rounded attributes make VG10 steel highly versatile, performing excellently in a range of applications from kitchen and general-purpose knives to machine blades.

Construction

Monosteel

A "monosteel" construction in the context of Japanese kitchen knives refers to knives that are made from a single type of steel. Unlike traditional Japanese knives that might use a layered steel construction (like "san mai," which sandwiches a hard core steel between softer steel layers), monosteel knives are crafted from a single piece of steel throughout the blade. This type of construction can offer a balance of durability, ease of sharpening, and maintenance.

Monosteel knives are appreciated for their uniformity in material properties across the blade, providing a consistent cutting experience. This also means the characteristics of the steel will be applied to the whole blade, if a monosteel blade is made of carbon steel, the entire surface of the blade will require maintenance to prevent rust and discolouration. This too, applies to the hardness, an uniformly hardened blade can be difficult to manufacture, and can be quite difficult for uers to perform thinning.

It should be noted that monosteel knives are usually not forged, as the forged knives, along with differential heat treatment line is called Honyaki.

Handle

Handle Specs

Profile Hexagonal WA
Material
- Pakka Wood

Experience the distinctive fusion of precision engineering and ergonomic comfort with Mcusta Zanmai’s signature handle. Meticulously machined into a refined hexagonal profile, it offers exceptional control and a naturally intuitive grip, subtly tapered towards the blade for enhanced balance and reduced hand fatigue. At its heart lies an elegant, non-removable mosaic pin, a mark of artisanal detail. Crafted from resilient, laminated pakka wood, the handle ensures remarkable stability, imperviousness to moisture, and enduring beauty through years of rigorous use. This design delivers unwavering security and sophisticated tactile pleasure, embodying Mcusta Zanmai's dedication to functional artistry.

Mcusta Zanmai Hybrid VG10 Sujihiki 240mm

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