AUS8 is a Japanese stainless steel from Aichi Steel with a well-balanced composition - high chromium (14.5%) for excellent corrosion resistance, carbon (0.7-0.75%) for hardness, and additions of vanadium and molybdenum for wear resistance and toughness. At 58-60 HRC it is a practical, easy-to-maintain steel that holds a working edge through daily prep and sharpens readily on Japanese water stones. The honesuki is the Japanese poultry boning knife - a stiff, triangular blade with a sharp tip designed to navigate joints, separate meat from bone, and break down whole birds with precision. At 150mm it is the standard honesuki length, equally capable in professional and home kitchen settings. Made in Japan.
