Tojiro Professional VG10 Chef Knife 8.2 Inch
- BladeLength: 8.2 inches
- Size: 8.2 inches
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Blade Material Type: Stainless Steel
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Tojiro backs this hand-finished VG10 chef's knife with a lifetime warranty, though the listing itself says little about handle or weight.
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ASIN: B000UAPQGSModel: F-808Category: Chef's Knives
Overview
This 8.2 inch chef's knife is Tojiro's flagship model, hand finished in Japan around a VG10 steel core known for holding a fine edge, and backed by a lifetime warranty.
VG10 is a Japanese stainless steel prized for edge retention, and this knife is finished by hand rather than stamped from a blank. The seller copy leans on brand heritage more than technical detail, so buyers looking for handle material, weight, or tang construction won't find it spelled out here. What is clear is the steel, the size, and the warranty.
- 8.2 inch (21cm) blade
- VG10 Japanese stainless steel
- Hand made in Japan
- Lifetime warranty
Who it's for
Suited to home cooks or line cooks who want a Japanese-made chef's knife as a daily workhorse. Anyone who needs handle material or blade weight confirmed before buying should look past this listing's copy, which does not state either.
Pros and cons
- VG10 Japanese steel core
- Hand finished in Japan
- Backed by a lifetime warranty
- Handle material and weight not stated
Performance notes
VG10 holds an edge well between sharpenings, which is the main reason cooks reach for a Japanese steel like this over a softer Western stainless blade. At 8.2 inches, the blade sits at a standard chef's-knife length for everyday prep.
Specifications
| Brand | Tojiro |
|---|---|
| Model | F-808 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 8.2 incheshigher than 90% of 72 chef's knives |
| Size | 8.2 incheshigher than 93% of 56 chef's knives |
| Item Weight | 0.46 poundslower than 58% of 53 chef's knives |
| Item Length | 14 incheshigher than 71% of 70 chef's knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Color | Black |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Number of Items | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What steel is the Tojiro F-808 made from?
VG10, a Japanese stainless steel known for edge retention.
How long is the blade?
8.2 inches (21cm).
Does it come with a warranty?
Yes, a lifetime warranty against defects.