Niimi Shosui Ko-Santoku Knife, Sharpened, Kurouchi, Aogami Super, Wide Petty Style, 135mm

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Niimi Shosui Ko-Santoku KnifeThe Ko-Santoku is a compact version of the Santoku and can also function like a wide petty knife, offering excellent maneuverability. Its smaller size combined with the sharpness of Aogami Super steel makes it suitable for a wide range of kitchen tasks. The marking "AS" refers to Aogami Super steel.This double-edged Hagane steel knife delivers excellent sharpness. Aogami Super is known for its high edge retention and crisp cutting feel, making this compact knife surprisingly capable.As this is a pre-owned item, there are signs that the kurouchi finish may have been refinished in the past, but this does not affect its performance.It has been sharpened and is ready for immediate use upon arrival. Please handle with care when unpacking. The price includes the sharpening fee.It bears the engravings "新見松水" (Niimi Shosui) and "AS."Length: 260mmBlade Length: 135mmBlade Width: 35mmBlade Thickness: 1-2mmWeight: 70gSHARPENED by a Japanese Sharpener. Razor sharp. The sharpener is in Kyoto, the traditional city in Japan as you know. You can use without maintenance. You don't need to pay maintenance costs after receiving. If any, please feel free to ask, English available.- SHIPPING NOTE from Japan・A PHONE NUMBER may be required for delivery・Delivery to P.O. Box is not available in some countries・Some remote areas may incur an additional fee (usually $25 or more)Please note that your payment to our shop covers the item price + shipping cost only.Import taxes (such as VAT or sales tax) may apply upon arrival, depending on your country’s regulations. Show more