Takeshi Saji Blue 2 core Rainbow Damascus Chef knife 210mm Ironwood Handle

Experience the artistry of Japanese bladesmithing with this hand-forged Blue 2 steel core Rainbow Damascus knife. The vibrant multicolor Damascus cladding - achieved by etching copper and brass layers within stainless steel - makes each blade visually unique. Beneath the striking surface lies a Blue 2 (Aogami 2) high-carbon steel core hardened to HRC 62-63 for a razor-sharp edge that holds its keenness through demanding kitchen tasks. The stabilized ironwood handle provides a warm, secure grip that deepens in character with use. Add a blade that is as beautiful as it is functional to your kitchen.

• Hand-forged by master blacksmith Takeshi Saji in Takefu, Fukui Prefecture, Japan's renowned knife-making region
• Blue 2 (Aogami 2) high-carbon steel core hardened to HRC 62-63 delivers a sharp, long-lasting edge for precision cutting
• Rainbow-colored Damascus cladding is created from copper and brass layers within stainless steel - each blade pattern is unique
• Stabilized ironwood handle is moisture-resistant and provides a secure, comfortable grip during extended use
• Thin, acute edge geometry allows clean, precise cuts through vegetables, herbs, fish, and boneless meats
• No dishwasher use - hand wash and dry immediately to protect the Blue 2 steel core from oxidation
• No cutting on glass or ceramic surfaces - use a wooden or plastic chopping board to preserve the edge

SPECIFICATOINS

Type	Chef knife
Blade Steel	Blue 2 (Aogami 2) high-carbon steel
Blade Construction	San Mai - Blue 2 core, stainless Damascus cladding
Blade Hardness	HRC 62-63
Blade Length	210mm
Total Length	340mm
Blade Width	40mm (at center)
Spine Thickness	Heel 2.5mm | Center 2.35mm | Tip 1.8mm
Handle Length	120mm
Weight	240g
Handle Material	Stabilized Ironwood
Blade Finish	Rainbow Damascus
Country of Origin	Japan

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Brand description

Takeshi Saji is a master blacksmith based in Takefu, Echizen, Fukui Prefecture - a city renowned for blade-making since the 14th century. Working in the Echizen tradition, Saji forges each knife by hand, selecting premium steel and applying meticulous heat treatment to achieve exceptional sharpness and durability. His legacy lives on through Mr. Kazuo Nomura and the dedicated craftsmen of his workshop, who have not only mastered Saji's techniques but fully inherited his creative spirit - with Mr. Nomura himself earning the same Dento-Kougeishi distinction in his own right. The art of Saji bladesmithing is not fading; it is being carried forward with equal dedication into the next generation.