Collection: Shibata Koutetsu Chromax

Koutetsu are known for being the crazy thin, high-performance laser from master sharpener Shibata-san.This series, made from Chromax, a phenomenal semi-stainless steel favoured by blacksmiths for how well it can be sharpened and its edge retention.  As a semi-stainless, it’ll patina pretty quickly, but the step between patina and rust is big enough that it’s pretty easy to care for.