Tadafusa Nashiji Bubinga Chef Knife 18cm – Wooden Handle

Nowadays, the market is full with different brands that offer Japanese knives of great quality, but these knives are often produced in masses thus some of the traditional Japanese know-how is lost in the process. However, there are still some brands who continue to manufacture kitchen knives in the pure Japanese way, and one of those brands is Tadafusa.

For example, this Tadafusa Nashiji Bubinga Chef’s knife (also called Gyuto) is forged by hand, just as old Japanese blacksmiths used to do back in time. It is therefore normal to expect the blade of this knife to be an attribute of truly high quality. Indeed, these are the characteristics of this knife’s blade:

– The blade is made of Blue Steel, which has a special composition that is rich in carbon, chromium and tungsten. As the carbon content is about 1.2%, a very high level compared to the average of 0.5 to 1% for the Western and Japanese blades, the blade becomes very solid.

– Characterised for its incredible finesse, the edge of this blade is perfect for performing ultra precise cuts. Indeed, this chef knife is excellent for cutting fruits, vegetables, herbs, meats, and more!

– The Blue Steel core is then surrounded by a layer of mild stainless steel, and this combination of types of steel results advantageous for the blade. If the Blue Steel is hard and less concentrated in chrome, the mild stainless steel is therefore more flexible and more resistant to corrosion. This will be the perfect combination of strength and sharpness, and stainless and flexibility properties. The overlapping layers are visible on the bottom of the cutting edge.

– This blade receives heat treatments (switching from a high to a very low temperature) that allow it to reach an average hardness of about 61 HRC. This high level of hardness ensures a durable sharp edge, and therefore more spaced sharpening. Due to its rigidity, carbon-rich steel blades are particularly easier to sharpen.

There is no doubt that the blade of this knife is a fascinating masterpiece. However, the handle is something worthy of appreciation, too. The handle is made of bubinga wood, which has a high density and has strong resistance to moisture. Its straight shape is suitable for both left-handed and right-handed people. Finally, let’s not ignore that fact that its authentic design provides the knife a beautiful final look!

All Tadafusa kitchen knives are forged in Sanjo, in the province of Niigata in Japan. They are produced according to adapted methods of the old techniques of the Japanese blacksmiths (those who created the katana). Therefore, you can be sure that when you buy a Tadafusa knife, you are buying and original and authentic utensil of great quality!

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