Toyokuni Tosatan Sanyujya Damascus
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Product detailed description
Enter a world of uncompromising elegance and premium functionality with the Tosatan Sanyujya Damascus Japanese hunting knife. Its sturdy blade ensures precision and durability you'll appreciate on every hunting adventure. The combination of the art of Tosatan blacksmiths and the traditional method of damascus steel production creates a knife masterpiece whose every detail tells a story of expert craftsmanship and rich history.
Overall length: 32 cm
Blade length: 18 cm
Blade width: 6 mm
Steel: damascus, 15 layers, Blue steel 2 - very pure and high quality steel, with high hardness and the possibility of a very fine edge. Used on Japanese knives. Very easy to maintain blade, for example, only for skin dressing. Typical Rockwell hardness up to 63HRc. Japan / Hitachi (Yasugi) (1.15% Carbon (C), 0.5% Chromium (Cr), 0.3% Manganese (Mn), 0.2% Silicon (Si), 1.5% Tungsten (W))
Surface finish: Hammered polish / Aogami No. 2
Handle: oak wood combined with steel guard
Sheath: oak oil-stained wooden scabbard + leather strap (chocolate colour)
Packaging: black gift box
Weight: 390 g
Made in Japan
Knife care: It is important to keep this hunting knife in good condition. After each use, wash it thoroughly with warm water, dry it with a soft cloth and apply a light oil film. The knife should be sharpened regularly to maintain its sharpness.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Fixed blade |
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| Blade material: | damascus |
| Blade length: | 10 to 15 cm |
| Handle material: | wood |
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Toyokuni Japan is one of Japan's traditional knife manufacturers, continuing a long history of handcrafted steel production in the Tosa region. Production is based on local craftsmanship, with an emphasis on functionality, durability, and direct contact between the master craftsman and the material. The knives are produced in small batches, often by hand, without any attempt at mass industrialization, which is reflected in the individual character of each piece.
The steels used include carbon and more modern layered materials, typically with a very fine grain structure. Heat treatment is carried out with a view to achieving high cutting performance, resulting in a harder blade with a remarkable ability to hold its edge for a long time. The grinding is aimed at achieving a thin profile behind the edge, which is particularly appreciated by users when working precisely with wood, food, or in bushcraft. Surface finishes often remain technical rather than decorative, with visible traces of handcrafting.
The handles combine natural materials, such as wood or antler, with simple ergonomics focused on a secure grip even during prolonged use. The design does not appear modernist, but rather resembles older Japanese work tools, where appearance is based on purpose. As a result, Toyokuni Japan knives appeal to users seeking authenticity rather than a fashion accessory.
The brand has built a strong position among collectors and practical users who appreciate the combination of traditional Japanese knife making with real-world usability. Fixed knives for outdoor, hunting, or everyday use are particularly sought after, where reliability, easy maintenance, and the natural behavior of materials are decisive factors. Toyokuni Japan thus represents an honest approach to knife production without unnecessary compromises, focused on function, steel, and the craftsman's hand.
| Manufacturing company : | Toyokuni (Kochi, Japonsko) |
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