Suminagashi Kogatana with Urushi Handle, Pattern Cherry Blossom | Workshop knives

Preview: Suminagashi Kogatana with Urushi Handle, Pattern Cherry Blossom

If there is a further degree of comparison of the term “perfection”, it has been achieved with...

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If there is a further degree of comparison of the term “perfection”, it has been achieved with these Japanese marking and carving knives. The handle and sheath made of Sakura wood are coated with a red Urushi* varnish, lending the knife a deep shine and a fascinating appearance. Furthermore, the handle is very comfortable and safe to hold. The blade is made of 11-layers steel (64 HRC), not rustproof, cutting edge layer blue paper steel, single bevel right. Comes in a fine kiri wood case.

*Urushi is extracted from the sap of the Japanese varnish tree and has been used for varnishing furniture, bowls, jars and handles for more than 6000 years. Urushi is resistant to water, heat, alcohol, acids, alkaline solutions and solvents and it is non-aging and food-safe. Urushi varnishing is considered the supreme discipline of Japanese art of lacquering.

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