Kanetsune Namishibuki Kiritsuke 210mm Japanese Kitchen Knife

Japanese Kitchen Knife Kanematsu Seki Namishibuki Kiritsuke 210mm

This kitchen knife is crafted in Seki, Gifu, Japan—a city renowned as "The City of Cutlery." The series name "Namishibuki" translates to "wave splash" in English, inspired by the powerful imagery of waves crashing against the shore or waterfalls with intense flow. The mystical black Damascus blade evokes this vision, enhanced by a specialised surface treatment that brings the Damascus pattern to life.

The blade consists of 101 layers of Damascus steel with a high-speed powder steel core, rated at HRC 61±0.5. This high-speed powder steel offers exceptional abrasion resistance, toughness, sharpness, and hardness, providing an edge that will exceed expectations. Users frequently describe this knife as having one of the sharpest edges they have ever experienced. This outstanding sharpness is achieved through the sophisticated techniques and expertise honed by skilled artisans over many years.

Each knife in this series undergoes numerous stages, with each craftsman dedicated to excellence. The spirit of meticulous craftsmanship and a commitment to quality is deeply embedded in each piece, which takes around a year to complete.

The elegant octagonal handle, known as "八角柄 Hakkaku-e," is polished to an exquisite finish and features the KANETSUNE SEKI brand logo, "Kumadori," engraved on the end. The handle is made from black plywood with red micarta rings for a refined, sophisticated look.

This is a double-edged knife

Maintenance
After use, apply a neutral detergent to a sponge to remove any residue, rinse thoroughly, dry with a cloth, and store in a dry place. Do not place in a dishwasher.

• Overall Length: 350mm/13.8”
• Blade Length: 210mm/8.3”
• Blade Thickness: 2.3mm
• Blade Steel: High speed powder steel core/ 101 layers Damascus
• HRC 61±0.5
• Handle Material: Black plywood/ Red micarta rings
• Weight: 150g/5.3oz.

IMPORTANT PRECONDITION

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