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Masashi VS1 KAIJIN Sujihiki 240mm

Masashi VS1 KAIJIN Sujihiki 240mm

Regular price $701.00 CAD
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About Masashi Kaijin - 

The blade's core is made from hard VS1 steel clad in softer stainless steel. Through a special heat-treating process, Masashi-san can make VS1 incredibly hard, giving it edge retention on par with high-end carbon steel. He sharpens blades in a unique way, making the back end more robust for chopping and the tip more precise for delicate work.

The textured appearance of the Kaijin gives its name, which translates to ‘ash’ and references the traditional forging process Masashi uses. Normally blacksmiths must overheat the knife to achieve this sort of finish, which can tamper with the knife’s quality, but Masashi-san is able to do it in a controlled, low-temperature way that doesn’t affect the steel.

First training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. He’s also a certified badass, forging in flip-flops and lighting cigarettes off red-hot steel like an 80’s action hero. 

About the Shape - “Sujihiki” translates to “Flesh Slicer” and it does exactly what the name suggests, perfect for carving and slicing roasts, turkey, raw meats, fish, and all other proteins! The extended blade allows you to slice with one long stroke, instead of jerking the knife back and forth in a sawing motion. This makes clean slices of brisket or ultra-thin applications like Carpaccio a breeze to execute.

Shape Sujihiki
Blade Length 240 mm
Blade Height 34 mm
Blade Thickness Above Heel 3.5 mm
Weight 127 g
Steel Type VS1 Semi-Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Cladding
Rust Prone ⓘ This knife can rust, click to learn more.
Rockwell Hardness 64–65
Blacksmith Masashi Yamamoto
Edge/Bevel Double (50/50)
Handle Wa (Japanese) Handle - Octagon Tochi Chestnut Water Buffalo Horn Collar
Made in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, Japan
Knifeline Masashi Kaijin

A note about measurements: Handmade Japanese knives can vary in their dimensions, so these measurements are only an example.

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*Konro Grills and some other larger items are excluded from the free shipping offer.

How do I make a return on an online order?
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Can I pick up my order Curbside / At the store?
Absolutely, as long as all the items you are looking for are in stock at the location you want to pickup from, you'll be able to select that at the checkout. If one or more items aren't at your preferred location we are happy to ship it to you. 

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