{"product_id":"san-mai-sujihiki","title":"San Mai Sujihiki","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted San Mai Sujihiki – 220 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted in Virginia, this Japanese-inspired sujihiki combines traditional San Mai blade construction with elegant proportions and carefully selected natural materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe long, slender blade is designed for precise slicing of boneless meats, fish, and poultry. Its narrow profile and fine cutting edge allow smooth, controlled cuts with minimal resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade features hand-forged San Mai construction, combining a high-carbon 1084 steel core with contrasting 15N20 outer layers. The subtle, flowing transition between the steels creates a distinctive visual character while highlighting the knife's forged construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is carefully hand-finished to reveal the contrasting layers, combining a refined satin appearance with the natural beauty of forged steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe custom hidden-tang handle combines beautifully figured cherry burl with contrasting ebony and warm metallic accents. Carefully shaped and finished by hand, the handle provides a comfortable, controlled grip while complementing the clean lines of the blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach Careatti Coltelleria knife is individually handcrafted, making it a unique expression of traditional forging techniques and contemporary design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japanese Sujihiki \/ Slicing Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-forged San Mai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1084 carbon steel core \/ 15N20 outer layers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 8.7\" (220 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 14\" (355 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cherry burl and ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hidden tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-finished satin with visible San Mai transition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handcrafted in Virginia, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded with Purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach knife includes a complimentary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 oz tin of Careatti Coltelleria Blade Wax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, handcrafted from food-grade mineral oil, beeswax, and carnauba wax to help protect and preserve the carbon steel blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife contains high-carbon steel and requires proper care to maintain its finish and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash and dry thoroughly immediately after use. Never place in a dishwasher or leave soaking in water. Apply a thin coat of the included blade wax when storing the knife to help protect against moisture and corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith proper care, this handcrafted knife is designed to provide years of reliable service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Careatti Coltelleria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68856722456819,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/7955\/0195\/files\/IMG_2778bb.jpg?v=1794240137","url":"https:\/\/careatti.com\/products\/san-mai-sujihiki","provider":"Careatti Coltelleria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}