--- product_id: 258804317 title: "Mon 8\" Chef's Knife - Made in Japan - VG10 Stainless Steel Gyuto with Micarta Handle" brand: "yaxell" price: "$444.74" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/258804317-mon-8-chefs-knife-made-in-japan-vg10-stainless-steel store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 8-inch VG10 steel blade Durable Micarta handle 61° Rockwell hardness edge Mon 8" Chef's Knife - Made in Japan - VG10 Stainless Steel Gyuto with Micarta Handle **Brand:** yaxell **Price:** $444.74 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔪 Slice like a pro, own the kitchen legacy. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Mon 8" Chef's Knife - Made in Japan - VG10 Stainless Steel Gyuto with Micarta Handle by yaxell - **How much does it cost?** $444.74 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/258804317-mon-8-chefs-knife-made-in-japan-vg10-stainless-steel) ## Best For - yaxell enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yaxell brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ergonomic Micarta Handle:** FDA-approved linen canvas handle offers superior grip, balance, and durability for marathon kitchen sessions. - • **Precision VG10 Steel Core:** Experience razor-sharp slicing with premium 3-layer Japanese cobalt molybdenum vanadium steel. - • **Rock-Solid Edge Retention:** 61° Rockwell hardness ensures long-lasting sharpness for effortless chopping and dicing. - • **Lifetime Warranty Confidence:** Invest in a chef’s knife built to last a lifetime—because your kitchen deserves the best. - • **Artisan Craftsmanship from Japan:** Hand-forged in Seki City, blending centuries-old samurai sword techniques with modern innovation. ## Overview The Yaxell Mon 8" Chef's Knife is a handcrafted Japanese Gyuto featuring a 3-layer VG10 stainless steel blade with a 61° Rockwell hardness for exceptional sharpness and edge retention. Its FDA-approved black resin and linen canvas Micarta handle ensures ergonomic comfort and durability. Finished with a sand-blast texture and katana-inspired wave pattern, this knife combines traditional craftsmanship from Seki City with modern performance, backed by a lifetime warranty. ## Description The Yaxell Mon Chef's Knife is designed for slicing, dicing and chopping a full range of fruits, vegetables and more. With its curved belly, the chef's knife can be gently rocked through fresh herbs or spices to produce a very fine mince.Blade Length: 8-inchesBlade Type: Fine EdgeBlade Material: 3-layer Japanese VG10 Superior Stainless SteelHandle Material: Linen Canvas Micarta Yaxell Mon SeriesConstructed from 3-layer Japanese Cobalt Molybdenum Vanadium VG10 superior stainless steel clad by high quality stainless steel from both sides. The sand-blast finish blade and Katana sword wave line gives an impressive appearance. The handles are made of FDA approved black resin and linen canvas Micarta with two stainless steel rivets. The canvas material is dyed black and brilliantly polished to last for decades. The engraved end-cap of the handle is made of 18/10 stainless steel which provides outstanding stability and balance. Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with a lifetime warranty. Review: First I must admit this is my best (by kind of a lot) and most expensive (by a bit) knife so far, so I can't directly compare to more expensive options. But I also can't imagine how a more precious tool which would almost certainly be harder, more brittle, and more difficult to sharpen would be better. I do have a fair number of American, Chinese, German, and Pakistani knives. And I can say that this knife has the rest so outclassed it's not even funny. And yes, I do keep them all sharp and ready. It's superiority is most apparent in design, handle, lightness, and of course edge retention. Anyway, this knife is also handcrafted in a first world country at Yaxell, in a shop that looks like it must have been a samurai sword shop at one point not too long ago. Don't know how they can sell this knife for this price. Check out Ricky of Burrfection on Ytube for a tour of the factory. So, point being, not made all by machine in perhaps a more capitalized factory, and when us outdated meat sacks can still make a clearly superior product by hand, that is a win for us and should be strongly supported. Review: I absolutely love this knife & it is the only one I use now no matter what I need a knife for. Cuts tomatoes without damage, cutting raw meat like pork is effortless. If we could “star rate” higher I would give a 10 out of 5 rating. ## Features - Blade core is made from 3-layer Japanese Cobalt Molybdenum Vanadium VG10 superior stainless steel, clad by high quality stainless steel from both sides - Sand-blast finish blade and Katana sword wave line gives an impressive appearance; 61° Rockwell hardness - FDA approved black resin and linen canvas Micarta handle with two stainless steel rivets - Clean with warm water and mild detergent; approximately 12° blade angle - Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with a lifetime warranty ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0785FMH37 | | Best Sellers Rank | #340,710 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #1,016 in Chef's Knives | | Blade Color | Silver | | Blade Edge | Plain | | Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel | | BladeLength | 8 Inches | | Brand Name | Yaxell | | Color | VG10 Stainless Steel Blade with Black Micarta Handle, Made in Japan | | Construction Type | Forged | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (384) | | Handle Material | Micarta | | Is the item dishwasher safe? | No | | Item Length | 27.43 Centimeters | | Item Type Name | Chef Knife | | Item Weight | 7.51 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Yaxell | | UPC | 819787020633 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Blade edge:** Plain - **Blade material:** Stainless Steel - **Brand:** Yaxell - **Colour:** VG10 Stainless Steel Blade with Black Micarta Handle, Made in Japan - **Handle material:** Micarta ## Images ![Mon 8" Chef's Knife - Made in Japan - VG10 Stainless Steel Gyuto with Micarta Handle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61G0Q3zbBHL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this knife have a double bevel edge?** A: Yes this is sharpened on both sides with a razor sharp Japanese angle. A nice blend of western and eastern cutting styles. **Q: Does this knife have a full tang?** A: Yes, it's a enclosed full tang. So it's full, but it's still hidden. **Q: How happy are you guys with this knife’s blade retention and ease of sharpening thus far?** A: Edge retention is excellent. **Q: Is the edge sharpened to 15 degrees?** A: All of Yaxell's knives are sharpened to 12 degrees. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by S***L on 14 April 2020* First I must admit this is my best (by kind of a lot) and most expensive (by a bit) knife so far, so I can't directly compare to more expensive options. But I also can't imagine how a more precious tool which would almost certainly be harder, more brittle, and more difficult to sharpen would be better. I do have a fair number of American, Chinese, German, and Pakistani knives. And I can say that this knife has the rest so outclassed it's not even funny. And yes, I do keep them all sharp and ready. It's superiority is most apparent in design, handle, lightness, and of course edge retention. Anyway, this knife is also handcrafted in a first world country at Yaxell, in a shop that looks like it must have been a samurai sword shop at one point not too long ago. Don't know how they can sell this knife for this price. Check out Ricky of Burrfection on Ytube for a tour of the factory. So, point being, not made all by machine in perhaps a more capitalized factory, and when us outdated meat sacks can still make a clearly superior product by hand, that is a win for us and should be strongly supported. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by W***T on 15 September 2022* I absolutely love this knife & it is the only one I use now no matter what I need a knife for. Cuts tomatoes without damage, cutting raw meat like pork is effortless. If we could “star rate” higher I would give a 10 out of 5 rating. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by F***Y on 24 June 2022* It is most definitely one of the best chef knife. Great balance, razor sharp and beautiful satin finish. ## Frequently Bought Together - Yaxell Mon 8" Chef's Knife - Made in Japan - VG10 Stainless Steel Gyuto with Micarta Handle - Mercer Culinary Knife Guard, 8 Inch x 2 Inch,Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/258804317-mon-8-chefs-knife-made-in-japan-vg10-stainless-steel](https://www.desertcart.us/products/258804317-mon-8-chefs-knife-made-in-japan-vg10-stainless-steel) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*