Pre-Owned 150mm Masakage Kumo VG10 Wa Petty Utility
Pre-Owned 150mm Masakage Kumo VG10 Wa Petty Utility
This knife is on consignment from a professional chef whom we know takes utmost care of his knives. Resharpened once and still extremely thin. No major scratches. Handle upgraded to burnt-chestnut with buffalo horn.
Location: Echizen, Japan
Line: Kumo (Takumi Ikeda)
Construction: San mai
Edge Steel: Hand-forged VG10 (HRC ~62)
Cladding: Damascus Stainless Steel
Finish: Etched
Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)
Handle: Oval magnolia with red pakka ferrule
Weight: ~ 68g
Blade Length: 150mm
Overall Length: ~280mm
Thickness at Heel: ~2.6mm
Blade Height: ~29mm
The best sharpening tools for Japanese knives are leather strops and fine whetstones.
Japanese chef knives are brittle and are designed for cutting soft tissue foods. High Carbon steel chef knives can rust if not kept dry.
***A Note On 2025 Tarriffs for U.S. and International Customers***
***A Note On 2025 Tarriffs for U.S. and International Customers***
Beginning April 5, 2025, Japanese imports entering the U.S. will be subject to a 10% tariff, increasing prices for domestic customers of District Cutlery.
International customers may face additional customs charges, including local VAT and duties with applicable fees, potentially remitted to regulatory authorities on their behalf to ensure compliance. These tariffs may effect costs until further notice.
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