Takeshi Saji Takeshi Saji Rainbow Damascus 13.5cm Petty Knife

Petty/Utility Knife for smaller kitchen tasks
Takeshi Saji knives manufactured in Takefu Knife Village
Aogami Core with Rainbow Damascus Steel; layers of steel, brass and copper
Riveted Ironwood Handle with Full Tang
Manufactured by hand by Master Saji in Takefu Knife Village

Mastercraftsman Takeshi Saji has been manufacturing knives in Takefu city for nearly 50 years and is considered one of the best traditional smiths in Japan. He creates many custom designed knives using many different materials and we are delighted to sell some of his production limited Rainbow Damascus series knives. These feature Aogami cores with a beatuiful damascus pattern created by mixing in copper and brass into the damascus steel. These knives are sure to look good and work well in the kitchen. As all his knives are handmade, wait times and stock availability of these items is extremely limited.

As these are handforged knives there may be slight differences from the images. These knives also come with a basic edge, but do need resharpened before first use. These are carbon steel knives and need the proper care and attention. Please be aware.

The small all-purpose knife that is known as the paring knife gets its name from its function. Pairing is defined as cutting away the outer surface and to removing the ends from either fruit or vegetables. Used for the preparation of fruit or vegetables in meals, other functions include the removal of cores, precision peeling, removing seeds to trimming meats.