{"product_id":"takeshi-saji-vg10-kuroshiage-sujihiki-240mm-blade-only","title":"Takeshi Saji VG10 Kuroshiage Sujihiki 240mm (Blade Only)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sujihiki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eS\u003cspan\u003etainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e VG10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHRC (+\/-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNone ➛ \u003cspan style=\"color: #0066ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/collections\/handles-blanks\" title=\"Choose yours\" style=\"color: #0066ff;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChoose yours\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  240\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Xmm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Xmm (Tapered)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e X\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg (Coming Soon!)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"540\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eEvery knife forged by Takeshi Saji carries the unmistakable character of one of Japan's most celebrated master blacksmiths. Working from the renowned Takefu Knife Village in Echizen, Saji has spent more than half a century developing a style that stands apart—one that embraces the raw beauty of hand forging while delivering the precision and cutting performance expected from a world-class Japanese knife. His creations have become favorites among professionals and collectors who appreciate craftsmanship with a distinct personality.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eThis 240mm Sujihiki is supplied as a bare blade exclusively for custom assembly, allowing you to create a truly one-of-a-kind knife with the handle of your choice. Forged around a VG10 stainless steel core and heat treated to approximately 60–61 HRC, it offers an excellent combination of long-lasting sharpness, corrosion resistance, toughness, and easy maintenance. The long, slender Sujihiki profile is purpose-built for effortless slicing, gliding through brisket, roasts, fish, and other proteins in long, uninterrupted strokes that help preserve both texture and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1722\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eVisually, the blade is defined by Saji's signature Kuroshiage finish. Rather than polishing away every trace of the forging process, the dark forged scale is intentionally preserved, giving the knife a rugged, handcrafted appearance that makes each blade subtly unique. The textured finish also serves a practical purpose by helping reduce food adhesion as you slice. Paired with a finely ground edge and elegant blade profile, this Sujihiki delivers the smooth, low-resistance cutting feel that has made Japanese slicers the preferred choice for precise carving and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eKakushin can handle the blade-to-handle assembly for you at our shop. If you're new to the custom knife world and want to confirm the fit and sizing of a handle with a specific blade, feel free to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ereach out\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51535008170217,"sku":null,"price":420.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/TakeshiSajiVG10KuroshiageSujihiki240mm_BladeOnly.png?v=1784325995","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/takeshi-saji-vg10-kuroshiage-sujihiki-240mm-blade-only","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}