{"title":"Usuba","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"kashima-kataba-usuba-165mm","title":"Kashima | Usuba","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA single-bevel usuba with a 155 mm long blade, measured from tip to heel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knife is entirely hand-forged from Shirogami #2 carbon steel. The edge is single-bevel (right-handed) and the knife has a thick spine to provide the correct sharpening angle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is made of ho wood with a bolster of black buffalo horn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 45 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 181 grams\u003cbr\u003eBlade length: 155 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKataba is the Japanese word for single-bevel knives, and the Kashima Kataba series is designed to meet the needs of a professional user looking for a reliable knife that will last for many years. We are very impressed with the knife's properties and it is a pleasure to be able to offer such a finely forged knife at this attractive price. A very good buy for those looking for a single-bevel knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kashima","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775426142556,"sku":"MIS-165US","price":1196.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/usuba-kashima-kataba.jpg?v=1780314791"},{"product_id":"masashi-shirogami-2-usuba-170mm","title":"Masashi Usuba","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsuba with a 17 cm long blade. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrind: Single bevel (kataba) for right-handed users.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length tip to heel: 173 mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade height: 52 mm\u003cbr\u003eSpine thickness at bolster: 4 mm\u003cbr\u003eSpine thickness mid-blade: 3 mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 190 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Shirogami#2 with an iron cladding (not stainless)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish: Polished migaki finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMasashi Yamamoto is a highly respected blacksmith from Sanjo, Japan. His knives are entirely hand-forged and of very high quality. This usuba is a pure display of forging artistry. The edge comes thin and absolutely razor-sharp. The flat side (uran) lies completely flat against the surface without the blade being twisted or wobbling (hineri). If one were to use terms like masterpiece and perfection, this is a very good occasion to use such grand words. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is made of burnt chestnut with a buffalo horn bolster. The shape is oval. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOTE: Carbon steel is not stainless! Always wipe the knife dry after use to prevent rust. Over time, carbon steel will develop a patina in various tones. This is completely normal but can be polished off with polishing paste if desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Masashi Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58132509786460,"sku":"MY-KATABA-Usuba","price":2556.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/masashi-mig-usuba3.jpg?v=1782288860"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/collections\/masashi-mig-usuba3.jpg?v=1788363026","url":"https:\/\/stage.cleancut.eu\/collections\/usuba.oembed","provider":"Cleancut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}