Masakage Mizu – Handmade Japanese Knife by Ikeda San
Masakage knives are crafted by some of Japan's finest blacksmiths in Echizen, a region with a rich tradition of exceptional knife-making. Designed to be both aesthetically striking and highly functional, Masakage knives blend expert craftsmanship with top-tier materials to deliver outstanding cutting performance.
The Mizu series, forged by Ikeda San, features a San Mai construction with a core of Aogami #2 (Blue #2) steel, hardened to 62-64 HRC for exceptional edge retention. This core is encased in a reactive iron cladding and finished with a deep black kurouchi coating, giving it a rustic, traditional appearance. Over time, the blade will develop a unique patina, a natural characteristic of high-carbon steel. To maintain its beauty and longevity, simply wipe the blade dry after use.
The ergonomic handle is crafted from Japanese cherry wood with an oval shape for a comfortable grip, complemented by a marbleized resin ferrule for added durability.Brand: Masakage
Line: Mizu
Blacksmith: Ikeda San
Location: Echizen, Japan
Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
Cladding: Iron
Edge Steel: Blue #2
Finish: Kurouchi
Weight: 4.3 oz (122 g)
Edge Length: 172 mm
Total Length: 311 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 4 mm
Blade Height: 46 mm
Handle: Cherry Oval With Lip
Ferrule: Plastic Marbleized
Masakage knives are crafted by some of Japan's finest blacksmiths in Echizen, a region with a rich tradition of exceptional knife-making. Designed to be both aesthetically striking and highly functional, Masakage knives blend expert craftsmanship with top-tier materials to deliver outstanding cutting performance.
The Mizu series, forged by Ikeda San, features a San Mai construction with a core of Aogami #2 (Blue #2) steel, hardened to 62-64 HRC for exceptional edge retention. This core is encased in a reactive iron cladding and finished with a deep black kurouchi coating, giving it a rustic, traditional appearance. Over time, the blade will develop a unique patina, a natural characteristic of high-carbon steel. To maintain its beauty and longevity, simply wipe the blade dry after use.
The ergonomic handle is crafted from Japanese cherry wood with an oval shape for a comfortable grip, complemented by a marbleized resin ferrule for added durability.
