Kökskniv - Chef's knife - Stål, Trä - Japan

Product Description

Tosa Black-Forged Sabaki Knife – Aogami #1 Steel – 150 mm – Traditional Japanese Craft

This is a traditional Japanese Sabaki knife handcrafted in the renowned blade-making region of Tosa (Kochi, Japan).

Forged using Aogami #1 (Blue Paper Steel No.1), this knife offers exceptional sharpness and edge retention, making it ideal for precise fish processing such as filleting and butchering.

The blade features a distinctive kurouchi (black-forged) finish, which not only reflects its traditional manufacturing process but also helps protect the blade from rust.

Specifications
Type: Sabaki (Japanese butchering / fish knife)
Blade Length: Approx. 150 mm
Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue Steel No.1)
Finish: Kurouchi (black-forged)
Handle: Traditional Japanese wooden handle
Origin: Tosa, Japan
Condition
New / unused
Please note that due to the handcrafted nature, slight variations and minor marks may be present. These are not defects but proof of traditional forging.
About This Knife

Tosa knives are known for their robust construction and excellent cutting performance, widely trusted by professional chefs and fishermen in Japan.

The use of Aogami #1 steel ensures:

Superior sharpness
Long-lasting edge retention
Excellent cutting precision

This knife is especially suitable for:

Fish preparation (filleting, deboning)
Meat processing
General kitchen use for those who appreciate traditional Japanese blades
Important Notes
This knife is made of carbon steel and may develop a patina over time
Proper care (drying after use) is recommended to prevent rust
Not dishwasher safe
Shipping
Carefully packed with protective materials
Shipped from Japan with tracking

-Cancellation
Kindly note that cancellations cannot be accepted after payment has been completed.

-Storage Conditions
This item has been stored in a smoke-free, pet-free, and climate-controlled environment, away from direct sunlight.
Please note that minor manufacturing imperfections or initial surface marks may be present. Kindly take this into consideration before placing your bid.

-Returns
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- Shipping to the United States
Shipping to the United States is currently not available due to Japan Post restrictions.
Orders from the U.S. cannot be accepted.

-Returns
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- Shipping
To provide faster and more reliable delivery, orders to Italy, Belgium, and Portugal are shipped via FedEx, as deliveries to these countries often take significantly longer than expected with standard postal services. Therefore, shipping costs are higher than for other destinations.

- Duties
Import duties, VAT, and customs fees are the buyer’s responsibility.
For orders under €150, VAT is collected via IOSS.
From July 1, 2026, an additional customs duty may apply.