Kanetsune Usuba Knife 165mm - Aogami Hammered & Pear-skin Finish -
Product Overview
This popular series is crafted using Aogami #2 steel (Blue Paper Steel), one of Japan’s most renowned high-grade steels from Hitachi Yasugi Works. A perfect balance of tradition, functionality, and artisanal craftsmanship.
Key Features
Usuba-style blade
The Usuba-style blade features a wide profile, making it ideal for chopping vegetables such as cabbages, root vegetables, and leafy greens. Its straight edge and broader design also make it a popular choice for users who prefer a knife without a pointed tip.
Premium Handle Construction
Fitted with a durable, water-resistant laminated wood handle, reinforced with a stainless-steel bolster for strength and balance. The handle is finely polished, offering a refined and elegant finish.
Superior Steel Performance
The blade is forged with Hitachi’s Aogami #2 carbon steel, clad with stainless steel (SUS410) for ease of maintenance. This three-layer construction delivers razor-sharp cutting performance with added corrosion resistance.
Hammered & Pear-skin Finish
The hand-forged hammered texture and pear-skin nashiji finish reduce food adhesion, ensuring smoother slicing and enhancing the knife’s exceptional sharpness.
Masterful Craftsmanship
The blade is expertly ground thin to maximize sharpness, reflecting the skill and precision of seasoned Japanese artisans.
Authentic Japanese Quality
Proudly crafted in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan’s historic capital of bladesmithing.
Specifications
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Overall Length: approx. 295 mm
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Blade Length: approx. 165 mm
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Blade Thickness: approx. 1.8 mm
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Weight: approx. 170 g
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Steel: Blue Paper Steel #2 (Aogami #2) core / SUS410 stainless cladding (3-layer steel)
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Handle: Black laminated plywood with stainless bolster
- Origin: Made in Seki City, Gifu, Japan
