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"Tosa Uchihamono" is a traditional craft with a history of more than 400 years, in which craftsmen use a press or hammer to consistently perform from forging to grinding/sharpening and finishing without using a mold.
Among the Tosa knives produced by such traditional craftsmanship, the "bonito knife" introduces this time is a knife that has long been used by fishermen, fish shops, and restaurants in Tosa (Kochi Prefecture), the home of bonito fishing.
This Bonito knives uses "Yasuki Aogami No. 1", which is one of the highest hardness among steels. It has excellent wear resistance, is hard to chip, and has a long-lasting sharpness.
Blacksmith: Tadayoshi Tokaji / Tadayoshi Forging Co., Ltd.
Learned the technique of "free forging" and mainly produces sickles, knives. The skill is highly evaluated nationwide and contributes to the spread of Tosa knives.
Mr Tadayoshi Tokaji can make non-standard dimensions and shapes according to customer's needs. Additionally, Tokaji Forging is run by Tadayoshi Tokaji and his son Tsukasa. Both of them ｃertified as a "Takumi of Tosa ( Artisan of Tosa )", Tsukasa is active as a lecturer of technical transfer at the "Blacksmith Creation School" of 'Kochi pref. Tosa Knife Cooperative'.
[ Details ]
Japanese Chef Knives Tosa Uchihamono Tadayoshi Tokaji Blue1 Katsuo(Bonito) Knife 210-300mm 'Blade only'
A double beveled blue 1 carbon steel knife by Tadayoshi Tokaji
Blacksmith : Tadayoshi Tokaji / Tadayoshi Tanzo Ltd.
**If you would like to install the handle, please contact us through a message before ordering. We will correspond at an extra charge**
*Magnolia Octagonal + Black Water Buffalo ferrule : $20.00
*Yew Octagonal + Black Water Buffalo ferrule : $25.00
*Other fancy handles : ASK
[ Specification ]
| Country of origin | Hendmade in Japan / Tosa ( Kochi pref.) |
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| Material | Blue 1 Carbon Steel |
| Other specification standard | Tosa Tadayoshi emblem, Blue 1 Carbon Steel engraved, |
Japanese Chef Knives Tosa Uchihamono Tadayoshi Tokaji Blue1 Katsuo(Bonito) Knife 210-300mm
| Size / Weight | *210mm :Overall Length: 308mm (Tip to Nakago end) Blade Length:215mm (Tip to heel) Blade Width: 29mm ( Heel to spine) Blade Thickness: 2.5mm( Handle ) to 0.2mm (Cutting edge) Nakago length: 82mm Nakago Width; 6-11mm Nakago Thickness: 2-2.5mm Weight : 107g *240mm :Overall Length: 354mm (Tip to Nakago end) Blade Length:243mm (Tip to heel) Blade Width: 30mm ( Heel to spine) Blade Thickness: 4mm( Handle ) to 0.2mm (Cutting edge) Nakago length: 100mm Nakago Width; 2-10.5mm Nakago Thickness: 1-4mm Weight : 144g *270mm :Overall Length: 380mm Blade Length:272mm (Tip to heel) Blade Width: 27mm ( Heel to spine) Blade Thickness: 4.5mm( Handle ) to 0.2mm (Cutting edge) Nakago length: 100mm Nakago Width; 3-11.5mm Nakago Thickness: 1-4.5mm Weight : 153g *300mm :Overall Length: 425mm Blade Length:307mm (Tip to heel) Blade Width: 30mm ( Heel to spine) Blade Thickness: 4mm( Handle ) to 0.2mm (Cutting edge) Nakago length: 100mm Nakago Width; 4-13mm Nakago Thickness: 2-4mm Weight : 170g |
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| Gift box | Ask |
| Option | Handle installation is available at an extra charge |
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