“Nashiji” refers to the rough cladding on the outside of these knives. In Japanese the word “Nashiji” is used to describe the skin of a pear.
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Fujimoto knives are hand-made in Sanjo city, near the heart of the Niigata prefecture. A city famous for steel fabrication that dates back to the Edo period. They make everything from knives to cooking vessels to gardening equipment.
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The core of the knife is made from Aogami #2 (blue steel). This steel is sought after by knife makers for it’s ability to take and hold a very sharp edge, also it is a breeze to re-sharpen, another reason to love these knives!
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All knives are fixed with a chestnut wood handle, which gives the knife a light feel and blade forward balance.
**THESE ARE CARBON STEEL KNIVES WHICH REQUIRE EXTRA CARE, PLEASE SEE “KNIFE CARE” ON THE WEBSITE MENU FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING**
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Knife Specs:
HRC: 61~63
Wa-Handle: Oval Burnt Chestnut wood with plastic collar
Steel: Aogami #2 clad in stainless
