NATUR Bread Knife Kashi Japanese Wood Handle 24 cm

NATUR Bread Knife Kashi Japanese Wood Handle 24 cm BREAD KNIFE Sharp serrated teeth carved into a 24 cm blade of Hi-chromium stainless steel delivers smooth cutting & long durability.  Artisan crafted octagonal wood handles fit perfectly in the hand for comfort and control.   KIKUSUMI Bread Knife charms with its warm tones and deep grain wood handles that bring sunshine to everyday life. KASHI JAPANESE OAK HANDLE Kashi / Japanese oak tree is evergreen.  In early summer, it flowers in a similar way to chestnut.  In Autumn blooms become small acorns.  Japanese oak  has a structure that is uniformly hard, has excellent dent resistance and has better impact strength than American oaks.  Kashi is often found in the Kanto area (Tokyo) In Budo it’s usually use to make wooden weapons such as Bokken.  Since it is heavy and very resilient, it’s one of the most favored woods to use.  Japanese oak was the favorite wood of famous sword masters throughout Japanese history, because of its practicality and high durability. NATUR COLLECTION Handcrafted in Japan by our artisans. The NATUR collection is designed for those who love the craftsmanship and values of the artisan tradition. Tradition, quality steel, pure & natural woods with beautifully detailed refinements. NATUR knives are built to last a lifetime. NATUR captures the best qualities of that spirit in a knife that is authentically artisan in every detail. It offers the cook a re- markably precise cutting tool with a contemporary, refined aesthetic.  HANDLE   Kashi Japanese Oak Size: 240mm Steel: Hi-Cr Stainless SteelEdge  Grind: Even HRC: 60 +- Total Length: 370mm Edge Length: 228mm Handle to Tip Length: 247mm Blade Height: 38mm Thickness: 2.4mm Handle Length: 128mm Weight: 140 g Hand Orientation: Right-Handed MAINTENANCE To preserve the natural wood oils and maximize the durability of the knife we recommend hand washing with gentle sponge and drying after use.