Japanese Knife, Hand Forged, Stainless Steel, Full Tang 30 Cm, Sheath Included

This knife is an example of manual craftsmanship, being forged from 4Cr13 stainless steel. Its traditional forging process from a high-quality steel gives the knife excellent performance in mechanical processing. After heat treatment, which includes quenching and tempering, it achieves excellent corrosion resistance, the ability to be easily polished, and high wear durability. Compared to the 3Cr13 variant, this one is a bit harder.

With a hardness of 55-58 HRC, this knife is at the limit of the balance between hardness and flexibility of metal, being also used in the manufacture of medical metal tools. Its blades are very sharp, so it must be handled with care. You can lightly sharpen it whenever needed.

The curved handle of this knife is made of rosewood, giving it a beautiful and natural look, in contrast to the plastic ones. The wood has been treated with natural mineral oil and can be maintained with special wood oils. To preserve the color and properties of the wood, we recommend treating it from time to time.

The knife features a special hole for the index finger, giving you a better grip and prevents slipping when cutting meat, allowing you to apply more force safely. The hole has a diameter of 25 mm.

To be able to carry your knife safely wherever you go, it comes with an ecological leather case. This allows you to carry it comfortably in your hand or on your belt.

Our maintenance recommendations are as follows:

• Do not clean the knife in the dishwasher.
• Avoid leaving it in the sink with other dishes.
• Do not leave it to dry in the dishwasher.
• Wash it immediately after use and wipe it with a cloth or paper towel.
• Sharpen it from time to time to keep the edge sharp.
• If you have not been able to care for the knife according to the instructions, if rust appears, use a special rust removal solution, then apply a protective mineral oil to restore it to its original condition.

Under ideal conditions of care, this knife should accompany you throughout its entire life.