Experience the timeless craftsmanship of Sakai Takayuki with their storied 600-year history of knife-making. Starting as a company in the 16th century in Sakai, they originally honed their skills on tobacco trimming knives and farming tools. Today, they are owned by Aoki-Hamano Seisakusho Company, a company dedicated to preserving traditional techniques while embracing innovation.
Whether you're a seasoned knife user or a collector, Sakai Takayuki is a name that holds weight in the industry. Their long-standing tradition of excellence combined with a commitment to modernity sets them apart from the rest.
The knife featured here is a gyuto. The blade is made with a core of Aogami Super high carbon steel which is then hammer forged to a cladding of stainless steel in the san-mai style of forge welding. The strong outer layer is given a hammer finish while the carbon forging scale has been kept on the blade for that very cool kurouchi look. A nice maple octagonal handle completes this great-looking package.
Maker: Sakai Takayuki
Location: Sakai Japan
Construction: San Mai
Edge Steel: Aogami Super Steel (Carbon Steel)
Cladding: Stainless Hammered
Finish: Kurouchi
Photos by Gustavo Bermudez
HRC: 65
Bevel: 50/50
Weight: 5.2 oz (150g)
Height at Heel: 46.9 mm
Spine Thickness: 1.9 mm
Edge Length: 216 mm
Total Length: 361 mm
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Even better in person , February 7, 2023
Posted By: Yana
I absolutely love this knife! It is gorgeous and looks a lot better in person. Can't really say anything about the performance yet but I have faith in carbon steel :)