[Sasaoka] Black-Forged Japanese Knife (Small) [SSK040102]

[Sasaoka] Black-Forged Japanese Knife (Small) [SSK040102]

Our Selling Price: 17,600JPY (not include VAT & TAX)

Weight: 285g

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Item Description

Why Choose [Sasaoka] Black-Forged Japanese Knife (Small)?

The [Sasaoka] Black-Forged Japanese Knife (Small) is your ideal companion for precise and controlled tasks in outdoor environments. Whether you're fishing along tranquil streams or enjoying a camping retreat, this versatile knife offers a compact and lightweight solution without compromising on durability or performance.

Features

  • Purpose: Perfect for outdoor activities requiring precision, such as stream fishing and light camping tasks.
  • Compact and Lightweight: With an overall length of 117mm/220mm, it’s designed for enhanced portability and ease of use.
  • Ambidextrous Design: Symmetrical double-edged blade and handle for both right-handed and left-handed users.
  • Blade Material: Made from Yasuki steel blue paper (Aogami) No. 2, ensuring sharpness and long-lasting durability.
  • Comes with a Dedicated Sheath: Includes a custom sheath for safe and convenient storage and transportation.
  • Versatile: While small, it’s capable of handling a variety of tasks, making it perfect for adventurers who value versatility.

Why These Knives Are a Great Value

Handcrafted through meticulous traditional processes, this compact knife combines the benefits of Japanese craftsmanship with affordability. Its smaller size makes it particularly suited for travelers or those who prioritize portability, allowing them to enjoy the precision and quality of a Japanese blade in a more manageable form.

The Legacy of Sasaoka: Masters of blacksmith

Sasaoka (Working scene of current Tobisho's master blacksmith, Satoru Sasaoka.)

Sasaoka is one of the most respected blacksmith workshops in Tosa, renowned for their skill and dedication to their craft. Founded by Eiji Sasaoka, the spirit of challenge and perfection lives on in his successor, Satoru Sasaoka. Together, they’ve built a reputation for creating scissors and tools that embody precision, durability, and warmth.

Beyond pruning shears, Sasaoka's innovations extend to kitchen knives, farming tools, and more, making them a versatile name in Japanese blacksmithing. Each piece carries the legacy of handmade excellence, with fine hammer and sharpening marks that tell a story of care and skill.

Care Instructions

  • Do not use for purposes other than general outdoor or cutting activities.
  • Steel parts can rust. Wipe the blade clean and dry after each use.
  • Avoid dropping the knife to maintain blade integrity.

Shipping Information

If the item is in stock, it will be shipped within 3 business days. Orders are typically shipped the next day. If the item is out of stock, please contact us for availability.

Signature of Excellence

The character "英," representing Eiji Sasaoka, is engraved on each blade, symbolizing the legacy of craftsmanship that goes into every Sasaoka knife.

Item Description

Producing district Kochi, Japan [Sasaoka]
Handedness Right-handed
Full Length about 220 mm =8.66 inch
Edge length 117 mm = 4.60 inch (From the center of a bolt to the edge of a blade)
Goods weight about 142g (without sheath)
Packing weight about 285g

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