Product description
The Tojiro knife factory in Niigata prefecture, Japan, presents a remarkable 210mm Damascus slicer knife with a unique red urushi wa handle and a custom-made saya. The handle is adorned with intricate flower decorations, adding elegance and sophistication to the knife's design. Crafted from high-quality VG-10 steel, the blade ensures exceptional sharpness and durability. With its precise slicing capabilities, the 210mm length is perfect for professional chefs and home cooks. The handmade saya and handle showcase the traditional craft of Murakami, known for its exquisite Murakami Tsuishu urushi lacquerware. This craft, dating back to the Edo period, requires formidable skill in wood carving and layering red lacquer. Murakami wood carving was designated a "Niigata prefectural cultural property" and a "national traditional craft," highlighting its rich heritage.
Condition
- Unused (new item)
In original packaging?
- Yes
Imperfections (if any)
newCountry of manufacture
- Japan
Brand/Blacksmith
- Tojiro
Blade shape
- Slicer
Blade length (mm)
210Steel category
- Stainless steel
Steel type
- VG-10
Steel hardness (HRC)
- 61
Handle material
- Natural (wood)
Seller's return policy
- Domestic returns only (5-day Return Policy)