These hand forged knives are made in Takefu  by an undisclosed blacksmith over 70 years, who may have learned apprenticing in Sakai. They are great knives at an insanely low price. 

It is single bevel and clad in soft iron, so it is more susceptible to rust. Please take proper care of this knife and it will serve you well. 

• Ittetsu Japanese Knife
• Echizen, Japan
• Warikomi (Forge-Welded)
• Shirogami (white) #2, Soft Iron Clad
• Japanese WA Handle:
• Raw Magnolia Wood
• Plastic Ferrule 

Use & Care

• Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break with improper use.
• Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. Never put the knife in a dishwasher, nor soak it in water. Ever!
• Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade. 
• Do not use on hard melons or items that may torque the blade.
• Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.