Master Saji is a third-generation blacksmith from Takefu City, Fukui Prefecture, who was certified as a traditional knife craftsman at the age of 44. He produces Damascus knives, often paired with unique custom handles such as handcrafted ironwood handles. A legend in hunting knife making, Master Saji has a unique eye for fine workmanship and is also constantly innovating, bringing new looks to his knives.
SRS13 steel is the latest innovative high-speed powder-formed stainless steel, which can be heat-treated to HRC64. They are extremely sharp and fast. Sometimes, craftsmen choose not to push the HRC to the limit, leaving room for flexibility. Compared to SG2/R2 steel, SRS13 steel is less likely to chip due to its flexibility.
Master Saji is a third-generation blacksmith from Takefu City, Fukui Prefecture, who was certified as a traditional knife craftsman at the age of 44. He produces Damascus knives, often paired with unique custom handles such as handcrafted ironwood handles. A legend in hunting knife making, Master Saji has a unique eye for fine workmanship and is also constantly innovating, bringing new looks to his knives.
SRS13 steel is the latest innovative high-speed powder-formed stainless steel, which can be heat-treated to HRC64. They are extremely sharp and fast. Sometimes, craftsmen choose not to push the HRC to the limit, leaving room for flexibility. Compared to SG2/R2 steel, SRS13 steel is less likely to chip due to its flexibility.
