Kanetsune KB-509 KAICO-TOU
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Product detailed description
An improved model of Kanetsune's successful Kaico closing knife, manufactured for over a quarter of a century.
The word "KAICO" means "nostalgic" in English.
There used to be many manufacturers in Seki who made pocket knives like this, but now there are not many of them left.
In fact, times may have changed, but Kanetsune is proud to work with craftsmen who remember the good old days and can bring them into the present day with their precision products that can be truly timeless.
These knives are proudly made in Seki, Japan.
Total length: 18 cm
Blade length. 7 cm
Blade thickness: 3 mm
Steel: AUS-8
Hardness: 57 -58 HRC
Handle: Plywood (burgundy red color) with stainless steel bolster
Safety: Backlock
Weight: 100 g
Supplied in a stylish wooden box
Additional parameters
| Category: | Classic folding knives |
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| EAN: | 4956856715093 |
| Blade material: | stainless JAPAN |
| Blade length: | 7 to 8 cm |
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Amazing knives with a history spanning more than eight hundred years originate from a place where craftsmanship has been refined through countless generations. Seki, widely known as the City of Blades, concentrates an exceptional number of Japanese swordsmiths and knifemakers. Tradition remains alive, evolving naturally while preserving the core principles of classical Japanese sword making. Each knife reflects manual skill, deep knowledge of steel, and respect for materials, clearly noticeable from the first cut.
VG-10 steel has earned its reputation through a balanced composition that supports long-lasting sharpness, structural stability, and an extremely fine edge. The blade responds precisely to careful grinding, delivering aggressive yet controlled cutting performance. The result offers remarkable sharpness combined with reliability, suitable for demanding kitchen tasks as well as intensive everyday use.
Production in Seki blends historic forging methods with modern control of heat treatment and steel structure. Every step focuses on performance, balance, and durability rather than superficial perfection. Japanese knives from this region have gained global recognition for their elegance, extreme sharpness, and technical sophistication, all grounded in authentic craftsmanship. Made in Japan here signals origin, heritage, and a serious commitment to quality.
| Manufacturing company : | Kawamura Cutlery (Seki, Japan) |
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