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Takeda Shosui-san knives
Thin means sharp and you can't get much thinner. Takeda knives are hand forged and hammered from Aogami Super steel to a super hard 63:65 Rockwell hardness. All of these knives have rosewood handles and kurouchi finish. Performance, great looks, super light/thin, easy to sharpen, Takedas have it all. Thursday 24 July is the first day they will be in the shop. I don't think I'll have this shipment for long. Come check them out.
BBQ on the Bow
Knifewear Mobile has been invited to set up shop at BBQ on the Bow this year. Come to check out Canada's oldest BBQ competition and maybe find that slicing knife you've always wanted. Or maybe show your love of BBQ with a King Pig shirt? Enter in the cherry tomato slicing competition for chance at a great Knifeweear prize. Calgary's Eau Claire Market on Sunday August 31 from 10:30 - 5:30.
Moritaka knives are here!
Moritakas Have Landed
The newest blades to the Hamono-ya are hand hammered, kourochi finished (black), high performance beauties. A keen, long lived edge are hallmarks of Moritaka Hamono knives. Founded in 1293 Moritaka family has a rich history of blade making. They switched to Hocho (kitchen knives) exclusively five generations ago. Imagine, 31 generations of blade makers. These knives are outstanding and prices start at only $68.
"Secrets of the Samurai"
Nova will be airing "Secrets of the Samurai" (in North America) on PBS June 24 at 8:00PM. It's such a great documentary about Japanese swords that crosses over nicely with knives. Get ready with the popcorn and learn about 3-Body swords.
This Just In!
According to Kevin Kent of Knifewear, Calgary - Knifes in general, and Sharp ones specifically... Rock
