Takeda Stainless AS Kogatana with Matte Black Lacquer Handle

 

Description

This limited edition Kogatana, hand crafted with a true lacquer handle is a work of art. 

*Leather sheath included

Takeda knives are hand made by blacksmith Shosui Takeda in Okayama, Japan. Mr. Takeda is a 3rd generation master blacksmith and each knife is carefully and painstakingly forged and tempered out of Blue Aogami Super Steel. Aogami steel is a hard carbon steel, which holds an incredible edge, while still being easy to sharpen. For this new line, Takeda has added a stainless cladding to protect against oxidizing and discoloration. Each Takeda knife is completely unique and razor-sharp out of the box. As each knife is handmade, blade lengths and profiles may vary slightly.

Specifications

Handle material	Steel
Blade length	85mm  (3.4")
Thickness at spine	1.7 mm
Thickness at tip	0.6 mm
Hardness (Rockwell scale)	61-63
Edge / Bevel	Double (50/50)

Use & Care

• Handwash in warm water and towel dry
• Do not cut frozen foods
• Use a sharpening stone, not a honing steel, to re-sharpen your Japanese chef knives
• Carbon steel is not stain resistant. Wipe completely dry after use.