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Takeshi Saji VG10 Forged Tsuchime Nakiri - Red Weave
$370.00 USD
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Knife Specifications
We strive to provide accurate measurements and photographs of our products. However, due to the handmade nature of many items slight variations may occur.
Style
Nakiri
Blade Material
VG10 Core w/ Stainless Cross Tsuchime Finish
Handle Material
RBMC (Red Macarta Composite type)
Bevel
Double Bevel
Maintenance Level
Low
Edge Length
165mm
Overall Length
305mm
Spine Thickness
2.7mm
Blade Height
55mm
Weight
263g
An In depth look
Blade Type
The Nakiri knife, revered in Japanese culinary traditions, is engineered for exceptional vegetable cutting. Featuring a distinct, straight-edged, and rectangular blade, it excels in creating uniform, precise cuts and aesthetic presentation. Its technical design ensures efficiency and precision, making it a valuable tool for both professional chefs and home cooks.
Steel Type
VG10 steel, a high-end Japanese stainless steel, is renowned for its superior edge retention and sharpness. Enriched with carbon and chromium, it offers excellent corrosion resistance. The addition of cobalt, molybdenum, and vanadium enhances its hardness and durability, making VG10 steel ideal for a great everyday workhorse knife steel.
Care Information
This knife is made from a stainless steel and will be robust and resistant to rust. While it will not rust quickly like pure carbon, it is still best practice to not leave this knife wet for extended periods as it's stain-less, not stain-none! A light patina (colouration and seasoning of the steel) will still form over time.
Introducing
Takeshi Saji
From his forge in the heart of Takefu Knife Village, Takeshi Saji continues to produce some of the most visually striking and technically masterful knives in Japan. Now in his seventies, Saji-san remains one of the most dynamic and prolific blacksmiths working today — blending traditional forging techniques with bold, contemporary design.
He works across a wide spectrum of steels, from classic Japanese carbon steels to advanced stainless alloys like R2 and VG10. His signature Damascus finishes — including Rainbow, Diamond, and Black Nickel — are unmistakable, and are often paired with an eclectic range of handle styles that reflect both innovation and deep respect for materials.
Takeshi Saji’s knives are true functional artworks — forged with character, built for performance, and deeply rooted in decades of skill and passion.