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A paring knife with Japanese craftsmanship!
Unique 9cm damascus blade: copper-look stain
VG10 Japanese steel core: contains 1% carbon
Hardness of +/- 60 HRC - Good edge retention
Rosewood handle with white Pakka wood bolster
Octagonal shape suitable for right- and left-handed use
Unique piece hand-forged by Takeshi Saji san
Artisan from the Takefu Cutlery Village in Japan - Limited stock
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The Takeshi Saji VG10 Gold 9cmparing knife is a small, versatile kitchen knife for a wide range of cuts. With it, you can peel, chop or mince small fruits and vegetables.
VG10 Gold Takeshi Saji Japanese knives are entirely handcrafted by Takeshi Saji. Highly reputed in the cutlery world, he is a true expert. His knives are highly appreciated for their finesse and elegance, and he knows how to perfectly combine ancestral forging techniques with innovative designs to create pieces that are acclaimed by all cooks. Since the 1990s, Takeshi Saji san has been certified as a "traditional master craftsman".
This master blacksmith's workshop is located in the Takefu Cutlery Village, where the best cutlery craftsmen gather. It's a stronghold where blacksmiths can share their experience, techniques and materials. Gathered in the same place, they can continue to perpetuate the tradition by passing it on to new apprentices who, in turn, can teach other apprentices...
This paring knife features a damascened blade constructed from several layers of soft steel superimposed around a rigid core. This process achieves an ideal balance to make the blade more supple and less brittle in the event of micro-shocks.
The core of this blade is made of VG10 steel, a high-grade Japanese alloy with numerous advantages. It has a high carbon content of around 1%: this is the element that increases the hardness of a steel, bearing in mind that the higher the hardness, the longer the cutting edge. On the Rockwell scale, the hardness of this blade is 60HRC, which means it performs well over time. So you can space out your sharpening sessions.
Next, this core is surrounded by several alternating layers of steel to create the damascus pattern. The damascus patterns form waves that can be seen on the surface of the blade, are very aesthetic and are unique to each piece! The special feature of this damascus is its slightly coppery hue.
The handle of this paring knife is made of rosewood, a solid wood that is resistant to humidity. The different shades of brown make this handle unique to each knife.
To complete the handle, a bolster in pakka wood is added. This is a composite material created from resin and laminated wood to resist temperature variations, while being antibacterial. Light in color, the bolster contrasts perfectly with the rosewood for an elegant result.
With its octagonal shape, this Japanese knife is ideal for all cooks, whether left- or right-handed!
Finally, wood paste is added to fill the gaps where the blade meets the handle. The entire assembly is watertight, preventing small food items from slipping inside.
This handcrafted knife should only be washed by hand with a non-abrasive sponge and a mild detergent. Once washed, dry immediately to store in a dry place.
Do not soak in the dishwasher or sink.
This knife is available in limited quantities, depending on where it comes from and the ability of the blacksmith to make it. As this is a knife made entirely by hand, a great deal of time is needed to make it perfect.
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