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Following in the footsteps of an illustrious father is never easy, but blacksmiths have done this for generations, and most seem to flourish and grow in this situation. Yoshimi Kato apprenticed under his father-in-law, Hiroshi Kato, for many years before recently taking the reins of the business. He has continued to make knives for several leading brands, including Masakage and Kanehiro.
He also makes several types of knives under the family name of Kato. The santoku featured here is one of his creations featuring the popular stainless steel known as VG-10. This is one of the most popular stainless steel used by Japanese knife makers. Knives made with this alloy possess very good edge retention while having wear and corrosion-resistant properties sought after by many chefs.
The Kato Nashiji Suminagashi Santoku is fairly average in its dimensions but not in its looks or performance. The inner core of VG-10 has an outer layer of a damascus stainless steel applied in the san-mai fashion. The inner core is revealed under the damascus which then transforms to a great looking nashiji (pear skin) finish. Very unusual and very striking. The addition of some finely crafted kanji and a traditional octagonal wenge, octagonal handle with buffalo horn ferrule completes this very attractive package.Blacksmith: Yoshimi Kato
Location: Echizen, Japan
Construction: San Mai
Method: Hammer Forged
Core Edge Steel: VG-10
Cladding: Nashiji/Damascus Stainless
HRC: 61
Engraving: Laser Engraved
Edge Grind: Even (See Choil Shot)
Handle: Wenge Octagonal
Ferrule: Black Buffalo Horn
Weight: 5.4 oz (154 g)
Edge Length: 172 mm
Total Length: 309 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2.5 mm
Blade Height at Heel: 46.0 mm
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He also makes several types of knives under the family name of Kato. The santoku featured here is one of his creations featuring the popular stainless steel known as VG-10. This is one of the most popular stainless steel used by Japanese knife makers. Knives made with this alloy possess very good edge retention while having wear and corrosion-resistant properties sought after by many chefs.
The Kato Nashiji Suminagashi Santoku is fairly average in its dimensions but not in its looks or performance. The inner core of VG-10 has an outer layer of a damascus stainless steel applied in the san-mai fashion. The inner core is revealed under the damascus which then transforms to a great looking nashiji (pear skin) finish. Very unusual and very striking. The addition of some finely crafted kanji and a traditional octagonal wenge, octagonal handle with buffalo horn ferrule completes this very attractive package.
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4 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) love it Exactly as advertised!Posted By: David Nade - verified customer
3 people found this review helpful
Bought this knife for smaller detail work. Exactly what I was looking for.I Trust the quick look videos, have purchased 2 knives so far and these videos were very helpful in making my decisions. I watched quite a few to get familiar with the reviewer, could soon tell when he was impressed. Recommend the finish sharpening with every purchase unless you have mastered water stone sharpening. I chose to sand handle and treat with danish oil as it is not stabilised. I was aware of this from watching other Yuki videos. Already a repeat customer!
3 people found this review helpful
Bought this knife for smaller detail work. Exactly what I was looking for.I Trust the quick look videos, have purchased 2 knives so far and these videos were very helpful in making my decisions. I watched quite a few to get familiar with the reviewer, could soon tell when he was impressed. Recommend the finish sharpening with every purchase unless you have mastered water stone sharpening. I chose to sand handle and treat with danish oil as it is not stabilised. I was aware of this from watching other Yuki videos. Already a repeat customer!
Best knife I've ever ownedPosted By: Jonathan W Dowling - verified customer
2 people found this review helpful
I've only had it for 2 days now, but all I can say is wow. This is the cleanest cutting knife I've ever used. The patina that has started to show up slightly is beautiful with some blue and a yellow/gold color. I would buy this knife again in a heartbeat. And will start to build my collection form this brand alone.
2 people found this review helpful
I've only had it for 2 days now, but all I can say is wow. This is the cleanest cutting knife I've ever used. The patina that has started to show up slightly is beautiful with some blue and a yellow/gold color. I would buy this knife again in a heartbeat. And will start to build my collection form this brand alone.
Very nice knifePosted By: James - verified customer
3 people found this review helpful
Overall I think the quality of the knife is very good! I have big hands so not the best fit for me. That being said, the knife was easy to sharpen and cuts very clean, with no drag or catching. Would be an excellent knife for someone with small hands!
3 people found this review helpful
Overall I think the quality of the knife is very good! I have big hands so not the best fit for me. That being said, the knife was easy to sharpen and cuts very clean, with no drag or catching. Would be an excellent knife for someone with small hands!
