The Kanetsune Matsusumi-Yaki series represents the pinnacle of Japanese bladesmithing, employing the rare and traditional pine charcoal quenching method. This unique heat treatment prevents decarburization, allowing the blade to achieve hardness comparable to Blue Paper Steel (Aogami) #2, despite being forged from White Paper Steel (Shirogami)#2. Crafted by an 80-year-old master artisan who has devoted his life to Echizen Uchihamono (Echizen Forged Blades), each knife is a one-of-a-kind work of art that embodies both strength and refinement.
Key Features
Traditional Santoku Shape
The Santoku, meaning “three virtues” (meat, fish, and vegetables), offers a versatile profile with a wide blade and pointed tip—perfect for everyday kitchen tasks.
Matsusumi-Yaki Heat Treatment
Through pine charcoal quenching, the blade gains enhanced hardness and durability, surpassing the typical properties of White (Shirogami) #2 steel to rival Blue (Aogami) #2 in performance.
Superior Steel Composition
Forged from Takefu White Paper Steel (Shirogami) #2 and clad in multiple layers of softer steel, this construction delivers a razor-sharp edge with resilience and beauty.
Exquisite Handle Craftsmanship
The handle combines Walnut, Zircote, and Maple, offering natural beauty, durability, and a comfortable grip with refined balance.
Artisan Mastery
Handcrafted by a veteran craftsman with over 60 years of dedication to Echizen blades, ensuring the highest level of precision, tradition, and authenticity.
Authentic Japanese Quality
Proudly produced in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture—an area renowned for traditional knife-making heritage.
Specifications
- Total Length: approx. 315 mm
- Blade Length: approx. 170 mm
- Weight: approx. 135 g
- Core Steel: Takefu White Paper Steel (Shirogami) #2
- Cladding: Multi-layer Steel
- Handle: Walnut / Zircote / Maple
- Origin: Made in Japan (Echizen, Fukui Prefecture)
