Tadafusa Hocho, Kobo, Santoku, All-purpose Knife

The ancient factory of Tadafusa has been manufacturing high-quality kitchen knives already in the third generation. These hand-forged, triple-layered blades have a core layer made of rust-resistant SLD steel*, and due to its high carbon content it lends the knife an excellent sharpness and impressive edge life. The outer layers are rustproof and thus easy to maintain. The handle is made of heat-treated** chestnut and is comfortable to hold and work with. The stainless steel ferrule creates a smooth transition towards the blade. Hardness 60 HRC, rust-resistant, double-bevelled.
* Steel analysis: C = 1.5 / Si = 0.25 / Mn = 0.4 / Cr = 12 / Mo = 1 / V = 0.35 (in %)
** Thermic wood: Under the effect of heat (170-250 °C) and steam the wood structure is changed and improved for special uses (e.g. in the kitchen) in a targeted and natural way without adding any chemicals. During the special treatment process, the cell wall structure is modified in such a way that the ability to absorb water is reduced and the resistance against bacteria is increased. The thermal treatment also lends the wood a slightly darker tone.