Kasumi Series Takohiki

Kasumi our most popular traditional single bevel series. Hand forged in the sword making tradition from two pieces of steel, the Kasumi series are ideal knives for chefs wanting a higher level of quality. The harder steel holds its edge longer resulting in a true professional knife. Hand engraved with the Kikuichi chrysanthemum logo. Professional Lifespan 7-10 Years Blade 2 Layers; Hand Forged Edge White #2 Carbon Steel Spine Soft Carbon Steel HRC 61-64 Bevel Single Handle “D” Shaped Wa HandleJapanese MagnoliaWater Buffalo Ferrule (Ebony handle available request) Please contact us for left-handed pricing and availability as well as custom orders. CAUTION - Always hand wash and dry knives. Use caution when cutting anything that may contain bones, pits, seeds, hard pieces, or was previously frozen All Carbon steel blades will patina through regular use and will easily rust if left wet. This is not a defect, it is a product of the material that comes with carbon steel's