Takeshi Saji VG10 Rainbow 16,5cm Japanese handmade bunka knife

Flamboyant styling for uncompromising cutting

This Japanese knife combines bold design and remarkable performance: a 16.5 cm bunka knife signed by Takeshi Saji and hand-forged in the cutlery village of Takefu, Japan. It embodies Japanese craftsmanship while displaying a unique aesthetic.

Designed for demanding cooks, this bunka excels at cutting vegetables, meat or fish, thanks to its broad, fine blade and characteristic angular tip.

A damask knife with spectacular reflections

The core of the blade is made of VG10 steel, a top-of-the-range Japanese alloy containing 1% carbon, guaranteeing excellent sharpness and resistance to wear. This core is sandwiched between several layers of stainless steel, forming a fine, elegant damascus pattern.

Its mirror-polished finish accentuates the natural copper highlights of the damascus, giving each Takeshi Saji knife a unique allure. With a hardness of 60HRC Rockwell, this blade combines suppleness and edge retention, ideal for intensive and precise use in the kitchen.

An elegant, well-balanced handle

The handle is made from rosewood, a dense, naturally moisture-resistant species. It is complemented by a bolster in red pakkawood, a stable composite material that accentuates visual contrast with warmth and refinement.

Cut in an octagonal shape, it offers a comfortable, ambidextrous grip and excellent control of movement. The result is an ideal balance between blade and handle, enhancing the overall maneuverability of your Japanese kitchen knife.

Technical features of this Japanese knife

• 16.5 cm blade: ideal for precise, everyday cutting
• 1% carbon VG10
core
• : long-lasting sharpness
• 60 HRC
hardness
• : excellent edge retention over time
• Damascus structure: balance between suppleness and hardness
• Mirror finish and copper highlights: refined, original aesthetic
• Rosewood handle and pakkawood bolster: elegance and robustness
• Octagonal ambidextrous shape: comfort for right- and left-handed users
• Handcrafted in Takefu: traditional Japanese know-how

Care instructions for your damascus knife

To care for this handcrafted Japanese knife:

• Wash only by hand without abrasive products, then dry immediately
• Avoid prolonged contact with moisture and do not use the dishwasher
• Maintain the edge with a sharpening stone suitable for VG10 steel

Japanese blacksmith Takeshi Saji: between tradition and audacity

A recognized master blacksmith, Takeshi Saji has been perpetuating traditional forging techniques for over 40 years in the cutlery village of Takefu, in Fukui prefecture. He is renowned for his unique handcrafted creations, which combine cutting quality with spectacular finishes.

Each Japanese kitchen knife he signs is made in very limited quantities, making each knife as rare as it is precious. His style is distinguished by bold finishes and refined workmanship on both handle and blade.

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