VG-10

VG10は、高炭素ステンレス鋼の一種で、クロム、モリブデン、バナジウム、コバルトなどの合金元素を含んでおり、優れた切れ味、耐摩耗性、耐腐食性を兼ね備えています。錆びにくく、比較的研ぎやすいため、プロの料理人から家庭用まで幅広く人気があります。ステンレス鋼の中でも高品質な素材として知られ、和包丁や洋包丁の両方に使われています。  

VG10 is a type of high-carbon stainless steel that contains alloying elements such as chromium, molybdenum, vanadium, and cobalt, offering an excellent balance of sharpness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance. It is highly resistant to rust and relatively easy to sharpen, making it popular among both professional chefs and home cooks. As one of the highest-quality stainless steels, it is widely used in both Japanese and Western-style knives.