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Muneishi Ao Santoku 170mm (Blade Only)

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Original price $190 CAD - Original price $190 CAD
Original price $190 CAD
$190 CAD
$190 CAD - $190 CAD
Current price $190 CAD

SPECIFICATIONS

Knife Style: Santoku
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: None ➛ Choose yours
Blade Size: 170mm 
Heel Height: 48mm
Spine Thickness: 3.20mm
Weight: 108g

Muneishi Hamono, established in 1955, continues this legacy. Hirotaka Muneishi, a second-generation blacksmith, specializes in crafting tools for woodcutting, such as the ax knife. His son, Kosuke Muneishi, a third-generation craftsman, focuses on forging kitchen knives. Together, they skillfully carry out each step by hand, from tempering and forging to hammering and sharpening.

Tosa, a city in Kochi Prefecture, Japan, is renowned for its knife-making heritage. The region's mild climate and abundant rainfall fostered the growth of high-quality wood, fueling the production of knives for forestry workers as well as for the military commanders, or busho, of the Sengoku period. Records from 1590 indicate that Tosa was home to as many as 399 blacksmiths.

While some aspects of knife production have become mechanized over time, traditional handcrafting techniques are still widely used.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Knife Specifications

Knife Specifications

Please note that, as many blades are handmade, there may be slight variations in shape, size, and tang fitments. The tangs also differ; some will be ground, while others will be tapered, providing a range of options for our fellow knife enthusiasts.

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INSTALLATION SERVICES

INSTALLATION SERVICES

Blades can be purchased individually to complete a personal project, but did you know we also offer installation services if you want it done professionally?

Pair your favorite knife blade with a handle from our collection or give us your handle so we can give it a facelift with a new blade.