Ittetsu AS Migaki Sujihiki 270 mm

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SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Length 270 mm
Total Length 422 mm
Steel Aogami (Blue) Super
Handle Wallnut
Ferrule Ebony w/Maple Ring
Rockwell 62-64
Height Spine to heel  40 mm
Width at Spine 2.5 mm
Weight 146 grams 
Bevel  Double (50/50)


 

The Knife

The word "Sujihiki" translates to "flesh slicer". The long, slender blade allows the user to make long drawing strokes, which makes it incredibly adept at slicing and reduces the amount of sawing needed to get through ingredients. They are most commonly in the 240 mm (10 inches) to 300 mm (12 inches) range. The Sujihiki has a very specific use case, so if you're looking for a knife that is capable of slicing and chopping vegetables, we would recommend a Gyuto or Kiritsuke.

 

Knife Care (Stainless Clad)

  • This knife is made from 3 layers of steel using a technique called Sanmai (Forge welding). It involves laminating a piece of Carbon steel with two pieces of Stainless steel giving the knife all the benefits of the carbon steel (Edge retention, ease of sharpening, cutting feel) and the Ease of Maintenance from Stainless steel. 2-3 millimeters of the carbon steel is exposed at the edge of the knife and is susceptible to rust and discouloration if not properly maintained.
  • Simply Wipe the knife with a damp cloth immediately after use to keep it from rusting or discouloring.
  • Never put your knife in the Dishwasher. The extreme heat will ruin the wooden handle.
  • Highly acidic ingredients (Onions, Tomatoes, Citrus) Will cause rust and oxidation to happen faster, thus the user must ensure the knife is wiped clean immediately after working with such an ingredient.
  • Should any rust form it can be removed using a rust eraser or a mixture of Baking soda and water to simply scrub it clean.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Follow these care recommendations for your Japanese knives to protect the edge and keep them sharp as long as possible: 

  • Do not put them in the dishwasher or soak them in water, as this may ruin the wooden handle and rust the blade. 
  • Wash with soapy water and wipe dry after each use, especially after handling acidic ingredients, to minimize the risk of rusting.  
  • Don’t cut through anything you wouldn’t bite through, like frozen foods, hard candies, or bones, as this may chip or damage the knife. 
  • Don't torque the blade, as this may chip the knife. Use it in a forward and back, up and down motion without twisting.
  • Don’t scrape the cutting board with your knife, as this will cause it to dull quickly and ruin your edge. 
  • Use an end grain wooden cutting board or hi-soft rubberized cutting board if you can to protect your edge. Glass, bamboo, and granite are terrible materials for cutting boards, and plastic is only slightly better. 
SHIPPING & RETURNS

All products are shipped within 24 hours. We offer same day shipping for products ordered by 12pm. Please allow 4-7 business days for your shipment to arrive with standard shipping. Expedited shipping options are also available at checkout.

We offer free shipping on orders within Canada over $150 CAD and free shipping on orders to the US over $200 USD.

Curbside pick-up is available at both our Hamilton and Etobicoke locations.

To make sure our customers are always satisfied, we offer full refunds on products for 14 days after receiving them. See our full return policy for details.

More questions? Check out our shipping policy, our return policy, or reach out to us directly.

KNIFE SHAPE

THE SUJIHIKI

The word "Sujihiki" translates to "flesh slicer". The long, slender blade allows the user to make long drawing strokes, which makes it incredibly adept at slicing and reduces the amount of sawing needed to get through ingredients. They are most commonly in the 240 mm (10 inches) to 300 mm (12 inches) range. The Sujihiki has a very specific use case, so if you're looking for a knife that is capable of slicing and chopping vegetables, we would recommend a Gyuto or Kiritsuke.

STEEL TYPE

AOGAMI SUPER

AKA Blue Super: This steel is considered by many to be the best carbon steel available for knife making. Containing elevated levels of carbon, chromium and tungsten and with the addition of molybdenum it is easy to sharpen, gets super sharp, is less reactive to rust, and is less brittle (compared to other carbon steels).

Chemical Composition:
C 1.4-1.5% | Cr 0.3-0.5% | W 2.0-2.5% | Mo 0.3-0.5% | V 0.5%

COMPOSITION

STAINLESS CLAD

MODERATE MAINTENANCE

Stainless clad knives have two softer outer layers of stainless steel around a harder core layer of carbon steel. The clad line (wavy line near the cutting edge of the knife) is where the layers of stainless steel end. Past this point, the exposed carbon steel is susceptible to rust or discoloration. This edge will develop a patina (a darkening of the steel; blue, dark grey, sometimes black colouration of the blade) no matter how well they are cared for. Stainless clad knives are great for those who want the easy sharpening of a carbon steel coupled with the rust resistant properties of stainless steel.

THE BLACKSMITH

ITTETSU

Ittetsu works to create high-performing, affordable knives for entry-level cooks around the world. Their blades are machine-forged, then assembled, sharpened, and polished by hand. This process ensures each knife meets their standard of durability and quality, while offering great value. Their knives are extremely consistent, hold up in the kitchen, and also make great gifts.

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