About the Maker - Takeshi Saji

Founding member of the Takefu Knife Village, and certified "Traditional Craftsman (伝統工芸士)", Takeshi Saji (佐治武士) is the 3rd generation Saji Uchiamono Compnay. With nearly 50 years of experience, he has developed a number of his own techniques, unique ideas and original designs of custom knives.

About the Shape - Santoku

The Santoku (三徳) is a versatile multi-use Japanese knife, famous for the translation of its name, ‘three virtues’. The three virtues are said to refer to the Santoku’s versatility in use for chopping, slicing and dicing, or the primary range of ingredients that it can be used for: fish, meat and vegetables.

About the Steel - Aogami

Developed by Hitachi Metals in Japan, the Aogami (Blue) series steel has a high amount of carbon meaning good edge retention. Special care must be taken as knives made with these steels are prone to rust.

About the Finish - Damascus

Damascus or "Modern Damascus" finish refers to the watery or wavy light and dark pattern of the metal. Suminagashi (墨流し) which literally translates to "floating ink" is another word used for the finish.

Takeshi Saji Rainbow Damascus Aogami Santoku 180mm

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Takeshi Saji Aogami Colored Damascus DHM-NNM Japanese Chef's Santoku Knife 180mm with Brown Antler Handle Nomura Special

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