{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-doi-itsuo-aogami-2-damascus-yanagiba-dragon-engraving-270mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki, Doi Itsuo Aogami #2 (青ニ鋼) Damascus Yanagiba, Dragon Engraving by Michiko Kubota, 270 mm","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  table,th,td {\n    border:1px solid black;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    padding: 3px;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSakai Takayuki Yanagiba in Aogami #2 Damascus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragon engraving by Michiko Kubota of @michiko_Knifeworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife was made by Doi Itsuo, (a third-generation blacksmith who is now in his early 70's), by forge welding Hitachi Blue 2 to layers of pattern welded Damascus mild steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heat treatment is done using a pine charcoal fire for even, controllable heat, and water for the quench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoi-sans heat treatment is known for high hardness and edges with a bit of bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife was then ground in Sakai Takayuki's Sanpou workshop by Mr Yamatsuka, a certified traditional master craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can expect highly consistent grinds without issues that are ready for Honbazuke straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is as much a piece of artwork as it is a functioning kitchen tool for professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach detail is a true testament to the amazing artisans behind such an exquisite blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade from start to finish in Sakai, Osaka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes with Black Urushi lacquered magnolia saya and Dragon Brocade bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.089%; 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Regular maintenance by drying and oiling the blade helps prevent rust and corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is what we would consider a high maintenance knife. It must be kept oiled and dry when not in use. The blade will develop a natural patina over time, but if not cared for properly, it will rust. Please take care.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e=== IMPORTANT Notes Before Purchase === \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.Import duties, taxes (VAT, GST, etc.) and handling charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Please check with your country's customs office to determine any additional costs prior to purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe cannot accept any return or cancellation due to any duties left unpaid in your country.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. This is a handmade product. Each knife is unique and some may carry slight marks or blemishes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are not defects.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf a defect is detected at any stage during the making process, the knife would be discarded and would not be allowed to leave the workshop to be sold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Definition of Blade Length: the Length from top edge of the blade (tip) to Root of the steel [NOT top edge of the blade (tip) to the end (Ago)]. All measurements are taken from the spine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. This knife is made of Carbon Steel, not Stainless Steel. Please be sure to keep the blade DRY after use and oil it periodically or it may develop rust. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43861553053882,"sku":"STA-YAN-270D","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7489\/3754\/files\/Sakai_Takayuki_Doi_Itsuo-Michiko_Kubota_Aogami_2_Damascus_Yanagiba_Year_of_the_Dragon_270_mm_-_Shinobi_Industries_-_-_-_-6030038.jpg?v=1732784175","url":"https:\/\/shinobiindustries.com\/products\/sakai-takayuki-doi-itsuo-aogami-2-damascus-yanagiba-dragon-engraving-270mm","provider":"Shinobi Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}