Paring Knife/ Japanese Shotoh – Stainless clad, carbon core Aogami Super Blue with Spalted Maple and Bog Oak

The Shotoh/ Paring Knife Handmade 4.5"/148mm Shotoh / Paring Knife made of Aogami Super Blue which is a superb steel from Japan. This steel is know as San-mai which is a laminated steel providing an excellent edge from the carbon core and a protective cladding from the stainless.  The blade is features a distal taper with an octagonal handle made of Spalted Maple and Bog Oak. Aogami Super is a high-carbon steel. It will naturally develop a patina with use. As with all our knives, hand-wash and dry promptly after each use, and avoid leaving it wet or in contact with acidic foods for long periods. With simple care, the blade will last a lifetime. Specifications The overall length is 9.5"/240mm         Blade length is 4.5"/148mm Handle length is 4.5"/148mm Rockwell C scale hardness 63-64 Weight 2.6 oz. Like all Monolith Knives, these blades are warrantied for life. Any repairs for damages will be reviewed on an individual basis. Anything we did wrong will be fixed no matter w