Description
Kasumi knives are made from 33 layers of stainless steel. Only the middle layer acts as the cutting edge, and it is made using V-Gold No. 10 stainless steel. V-Gold No. 10 is a high carbon stainless steel with cobalt, manganese, molybdenum and vanadium for added durability and ease of sharpening. V-Gold No. 10 is a high quality steel developed exclusively for knives and scissors. The addition of cobalt to this steel requires special tempering in order to maximize the full benefit of this steel. Sumikama's technique for this special tempering is a closely guarded secret.
The layers on both sides of the V-Gold No. 10 core are made by repeatedly folding together two different types of stainless steel and forge welding them by hand until you have sixteen exceedingly thin alternating layers. These sixteen layers are then forge welded to both sides of the V-Gold No. 10 core. The edge on a Kasumi knife is beveled. However, the bevel is a much narrower angle than the bevel on a European or American brand. Kasumi knives are beveled at a 15 degree angle creating a very sharp edge.
Chop, slice and dice ingredients for soups, stews and vegetable/fruit platters. Its wide blade is perfect for getting ingredients from the cutting board to the pan. The knife has a full tang with pakkawood riveted to each side of the tang creating a very distinctive and comfortable handle. A pakkawood handle is made from multiple layers of wood impregnated with a plastic resin.
- Made by skilled craftsman
- Made in Japan
- Lifetime warranty
Over 100 years Of History
Since 1916, Sumikama Cutlery in Japan, has been devoted to manufacturing high-quality and value-added cutlery using the over 780-year traditions of Seki swordsmiths and its outstanding skill to harmonize new technologies with new materials. Sumikama specializes in producing knives from the most advanced materials.
Kasumi V Gold No.10
These knives are made from 33 layers of stainless steel. The layers on both sides of the V-Gold No. 10 core are made by repeatedly folding together two different types of stainless steel and forge welding them by hand. Sumikama's technique for this special tempering is a closely guarded secret.
Specifications
Dimensions
Knife Length
6.8"
Product Weight
0.5 lb
Details
Care & Use
Hand Wash & Dry Thoroughly
Item Condition
New
Material
Stainless Steel & Pakkawood
Model
84017
Warranty / Certifications
Warranty
Limited Lifetime
Reviews
Kasumi Knives are shipped free across Canada on orders over $149. Kasumi Knives are produced by the Sumikama Cutlery factory in Seki Japan. Sumikama specializes in producing knives from the most advanced materials, with the most advanced manufacturing techniques. The Kasumi Damascus series is made from 32 layers of Damascus steel with a middle layer ultra hard steel. Only the middle layer acts as the cutting edge and it is made from VG-10, a high carbon steel for durability and ease of sharpening.