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For nearly a century, Takeda Hamono has crafted exceptional knives and tools, setting the benchmark for quality and performance. Known for their expertly treated Aogami Super AS steel core, these blades feature a tall, lightweight profile with a distinctive kurouchi finish, giving each piece a unique character.
This series combines an AS core with a softer stainless steel cladding, providing easier maintenance and reduced reactivity without sacrificing cutting performance. Despite its ultra-tall profile and substantial steel, the Takeda AS Stainless Clad Cleaver remains impressively lightweight. Its acute edge bevels take full advantage of the high-performance core steel, delivering outstanding sharpness and precision.
For those who want a thin, tall cleaver with exceptional performance, effortless maintenance, and unmistakable craftsmanship, the Takeda AS Stainless Clad Cleaver is an outstanding choice.
Brand: Takeda Hamono
Blacksmith: Shosui Takeda
Location: Niimi, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Core Steel: Aogami Super
Cladding: Stainless
Finish: Kurouchi
Handle: Rosewood Octagonal
Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood
Edge Grind: Even 50/50
Weight: 12.6oz 358 g
Blade length: 222mm
Total length: 355mm
Spine thickness at base: 2.2mm
Blade height: 105mm
For nearly a century, Takeda Hamono has crafted exceptional knives and tools, setting the benchmark for quality and performance. Known for their expertly treated Aogami Super AS steel core, these blades feature a tall, lightweight profile with a distinctive kurouchi finish, giving each piece a unique character.
This series combines an AS core with a softer stainless steel cladding, providing easier maintenance and reduced reactivity without sacrificing cutting performance. Despite its ultra-tall profile and substantial steel, the Takeda AS Stainless Clad Cleaver remains impressively lightweight. Its acute edge bevels take full advantage of the high-performance core steel, delivering outstanding sharpness and precision.
For those who want a thin, tall cleaver with exceptional performance, effortless maintenance, and unmistakable craftsmanship, the Takeda AS Stainless Clad Cleaver is an outstanding choice.

