Takeshi Saji, the third-generation head of Saji Uchi Hamono, a knife manufacturer based in Takefu City, Fukui Prefecture, one of Japan's leading knife-making regions.
At the young age of 44, he was certified as a traditional craftsman, and with over 30 years of experience and skill, he makes a variety of hatchets, knives, and kitchen knives.
Handling
While inheriting tradition, they are not bound by it, and they also have blade designs that incorporate a Western taste, as well as sports knives.
He creates his own unique worldview by using highly functional materials such as ironwood and micarta.
His knives made from colored Damascus are very famous and popular due to their beautiful appearance.
This knife is made using R2, the highest quality powder high-speed steel.
Specifications: Each knife is handmade, so the size, weight, and blade finish may vary.
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Manufacturer Size:
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24cm
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full length:
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370mm
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Actual blade length:
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240mm
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Blade width at base:
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37mm
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Blade thickness:
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2.3mm
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weight:
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214g
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Blade structure: Three-layer
Blade core material: R2
Blade side material: Stainless steel (Damascus)
Blade finish: Black finish / Damascus
Blade shape: Sujihiki
Double-edged
Brand: Takeshi Saji
Series: Black Finish
Handle: Ironwood
Ferrule: Nickel
Production area: Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture
