SEKI KANETSUGU
For over 660 years the traditions and techniques of the Kanetsugu swordsmiths have been faithfully passed down from master to apprentice. Mr. Mitsuyasu Kawamura, the current generation Kanetsugu smith and owner of Kanetsugu
Kanetsugu have been creating samurai swords for more than 170 years. This “Hamaguri” shaped blade, originating from the Samurai sword, that let you cut effortlessly in a straight line. The detailed hammer-forged patterns on the blade reflect traditional bladesmithing techniques.
The core of the blade is made out of high quality stainless steel called VG2 which is clad between the layers of SUS410, a stainless steel with low hardening characteristic helps to prevent the cracking of the metal. Together, they build one of the most durable and long-lasting blades. A Heat treating technique combined with sub-zero cooling at -70 degrees Celsius creates extremely durable, flexible, unbreakable blades with superior edge holding ability.
Steel Type: VG2
Blade Type: Double edged blade
Blade Length: 210mm (8.3")
Blade Height: 30mm (1.2")
Blade Thickness: 2mm (0.079")
Ferrule Material: Black Pakka wood
Handle Material: Pakka wood (heptagonal)
Handle Length: 130mm (5.1")
Weight: 118g (4.2 ounces)
Seki Kanetsugu Heptagon Wood VG2 Hammered Santoku - 170mm - Pakka Wood (heptagonal) Handle
*NEW FOR 2023*
Kanetsugu have been creating samurai swords for more than 170 years. The detailed hammer-forged pattern on the blade reflect classic bladesmithing techniques, whilst the black pakka wood, heptagonal handle has traditional charm.
The core of the blade is made out of high quality stainless steel called VG2 which is clad between the layers of SUS410, a stainless steel with low hardening characteristic helps to prevent the cracking of the metal. Together, they build one of the most durable and long-lasting blades. A Heat treating technique combined with sub-zero cooling at -70 degrees Celsius creates extremely durable, flexible, unbreakable blades with superior edge holding ability.
Specifications:
Knife Type: Santoku
Steel Type: VG2
Blade Type: Double Edged Blade
Blade Length: 170mm (6.7")
Blade Height: 49mm (1.9")
Blade Thickness: 2mm (0.079")
Ferrule Material: Black Pakka Wood
Handle Material: Pakka Wood (heptagonal)
Handle Length: 130mm (5.1")
Weight: 126g (4.4 ounces)
Super Stylish, Streamline and incredibly comfortable to hold. Seki Kanetsugu PRO-J range is a high-tech knife made using traditional Japanese methods
Limited Availability
Steel Type: ZA-18 (Stain resistant steel)
Blade Hardness: HRC 57-61
Blade Type: Double edged blade
Blade Length: 120mm (4.7")
Blade Height: 25mm (1")
Blade Thickness: 1.8mm (0.1")
Ferrule Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Material: Black Micarta
Handle Length: 105mm (4.1")
Weight: 83g (2.9 ounces)
Full Tang
French style blade with a slight curve makes this knife super nice to use. Super Stylish, streamline and incredibly comfortable to hold. Seki Kanetsugu PRO-J range is a high-tech knife made using traditional Japanese methods. Full Tang, reassuringly weighty and easy to maintain - Limited availability
Blade Material: PRO-J ZA
Blade Hardness: HRC 57-61
Blade Type: Double edged blade
Blade Length: 230mm (9.1")
Blade Height: 50mm (2")
Blade Thickness: 2mm (0.079")
Ferrule Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Material: Black Micarta
Handle Length: 125mm (4.9")
Weight: 230g (8.1 ounces)
Seki Kanetsugu ZUIUN SPG2 Mirrored Finish Damascus Kiritsuke Gyuto - 210mm - Pakka Wood with White Ring (Heptagonal) Handle
*NEW FOR 2023*
This knife really is something special. Created to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Seki Kanetsugu, the “Zuiun” series knives are made with R2/SG2 high-speed powder core steel, heat-treated and cold-treated to 62-63 HRC, enabling superb edge retention. This is the highest level of fit and finishes by Kanetsugu, with a beautiful Damascus cladding that is almost mirror-like. With a beautiful tapering, the knife has an excellent edge geometry.
Supported by the harder SG2 steel, the knife maker was able to achieve excellent thinness behind the edge, facilitating great cutting performance. This knife features a special Shichikaku (Heptagon) handle made of brown pakkawood, with a beautiful mosaic pin for decoration. All knives in this series come in a lovely Paulownia wood box.
- Construction: San Mai
- Grind: Double-edged Blade (50/50 Grind)
- Hagane (Core Steel): R2/SG2
- Jigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel
- Hardness: 62-63 HRC
- Hand-sharpened
- Blade Finishes: Damascus
- Blade Length: 210mm (8.3")
- Blade Height (at heel): 45mm
- Comes in a Paulownia BOX
Super Stylish, streamline and incredibly comfortable to hold. Seki Kanetsugu PRO-J range is a high-tech knife made using traditional Japanese methods. Full Tang, easy to maintain and reassuringly weighty - Limited Availability
Steel Type: ZA-18 (Stain resistant steel)
Blade Hardness: HRC 57-61
Blade Type: Double edged blade
Blade Length: 210mm (8.3")
Blade Height: 35mm (1.4")
Blade Thickness: 2mm (0.079")
Ferrule Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Material: Black Micarta
Handle Length: 125mm (4.9")
Weight: 196g (6.9 ounces)
