V-Toku 2 is a premium Japanese carbon steel developed by Takefu Special Steel Co., Ltd. It is known for its excellent sharpness and edge retention, making it difficult for the blade to become dull even after extended use. It shares very similar characteristics with the well-known Aogami #2 (Blue Steel No. 2).

V-Toku 2 consists of approximately 1.05% carbon (C), 0.25% chromium (Cr), 1.25% tungsten (W), and less than 0.20% vanadium (V). This well-balanced composition allows the steel to achieve a remarkably high hardness of HRC 64 or more after heat treatment, contributing to its long-lasting sharpness.

However, since V-Toku 2 is not stainless steel, it is prone to rust if left in contact with water or moisture. Therefore, it is important to thoroughly dry the blade after use and store it in a dry environment.
With proper care, it can be a durable and long-lasting material for high-quality knives.

Kurouchi Finish, the unprocessed (black) part on the top side of the blade has already developed a dark patina, which protects the blade and gives it a traditional Japanese look.

Damascus is a laminated steel knife made of several layers of different steel materials. The center of the blade is made of hard steel for sharpness, and both sides are covered with multiple soft steel materials. The multiple steels are metallurgically joined, not by plating or glue. The more the blade is forged, the more complex the ripples become, and the more beautiful the unique grain pattern becomes.