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Takeshi Saji  |  SKU: TAKE-V10RB-PE150-COS

EOFY2025 SPECIAL: Saji VG10 Rainbow Damascus Petty 130mm with Cosmic Swirl Handle

$339.95 $399.95

Add a saya or K&S Knife Roll to receive $20 bundle discount!

Detailed Specifications
Line To Be Added - Stainless clad
Profile Petty / Utility, Paring
Bevel Type Double Bevel
Weight 63 g        2.22 oz
Edge Length 132 mm   .5.2 inch
Heel Height 29 mm     .1.14 inch
Width @ Spine 1.8 mm     0.07 inch
Width @ Mid 1.7 mm     0.07 inch
Width @ 1cm from Tip 0.8 mm     0.03 inch
Steel VG10 | Stainless
Blade Construction To Be Added
Hardness (HRC) 59 - 61
Surface Finish To Be Added
Handle Nenox Cosmic Swirl Dual Ferrule
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    Care Instruction
    1. Don't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!
    2. Wash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;
    3. Please don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;
    4. Be careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;
    5. It is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!
    6. It is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.

    • Profile: Petty

      Utility, Paring

      The Petty knife, a smaller Japanese utility knife, serves as an ideal tool for precision tasks such as peeling, trimming, and slicing fruits and vegetables. With a blade length ranging from 120mm to 180mm (4.7 to 7 inches), it stands out for its ability to handle detailed work like deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes. Its slightly longer and slimmer profile compared to the Western paring knife enhances its functionality for intricate tasks, making it a valuable addition to any kitchen toolkit.

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    • Steel: VG10

      Takefu VG10, is a high-end stainless steel celebrated for its exceptional edge retention and sharpness. It is a popular choice among Japanese kitchen knife makers and widely used in various types of knives, including kitchen knives, folders, and fixed blades.

      VG10 achieves a hardness of around 60-61 HRC, with some makers pushing it to 62 HRC, ensuring good edge holding and stain resistance. The steel's composition includes 15% chromium (Cr) for corrosion resistance, 1% molybdenum (Mo), and 1.5% cobalt (Co) for matrix strengthening, leading to high hardness and durability. The addition of vanadium (V) refines its microstructure and, along with Cr and Mo, produces hard carbides that enhance wear resistance. VG10 is easy to sharpen, has good machinability, and supports secondary hardening with high-temperature tempering, making it suitable for blades that may undergo surface coating treatments up to about 450℃. Its well-rounded attributes make VG10 steel highly versatile, performing excellently in a range of applications from kitchen and general-purpose knives to machine blades.

      Manufacturer:

      • Takefu Special Steel, Japan

      Nature: Stainless

      Hardness: 59- 61

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    • Handle Specs

      Profile: Nenox Style WA

      Material:

      • Resin

      The Cosmic Swirl handle is crafted from a captivating resin blend of vibrant blues, greens, and whites, evoking the mesmerizing and mystical gaseous formations seen on Jupiter. Enhanced by polished stainless steel front and back ferrules, the handle radiates elegance and durability.

      Drawing inspiration from the esteemed Nenohi Nenox Western handle, our Cosmic Swirl uniquely reinterprets its iconic contours into a traditional Wa-style handle. This innovative adaptation ensures compatibility with all traditional Japanese knives while significantly reducing weight. The result is superior balance and comfort, setting it apart from other similar products available today.

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    Takeshi Saji

    EOFY2025 SPECIAL: Saji VG10 Rainbow Damascus Petty 130mm with Cosmic Swirl Handle

    $339.95 $399.95

    The Rainbow Damascus VG10 line is beautifully crafted by Master Takeshi Saji with Takefu Special Steel's unique copper / brass damascus billets. Knife is carefully matched with Saji-san's signature stag or ironwood western handle, and comes with a wooden presentation box.

    The Rainbow Damascus VG10 line is beautifully crafted by Master Takeshi Saji with Takefu Special Steel's unique copper / brass damascus billets. Knife is carefully matched with Saji-san's signature stag or ironwood western handle, and comes with a wooden presentation box.

    Measurements 

    165 mm
    Weight 216 g
    Total Length 303 mm
    Tip to Heel Length 178 mm
    Blade Height at Heel 51 mm
    Width of Spine Above Heel 1.9 mm
    Width of Spine at Middle of Blade 1.8 mm
    Width of Spine at about 1 cm from tip 1.0 mm

     

    Steel type: VG10 core in stainless rainbow damascus clad

    Hardness (HRC): 60-61

    Handle Design: Colored Ox Bone Western Handle

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