Kaji-bei knives are forged in a shop behind Bei-sans house in Sanjo Niigata. They specialize is smaller knives. They are very affordable. Great for the home cook or the line cook that doesn't want to invest to much.
This is a great entry level set for someone looking to get into carbon knives. Handmade and low price but still high quality you really cannot go wrong. These are a great gift as well.
Length - 315 mm (12.4 in.)
Weight - 152 g (5.3 oz)
Edge Length - 160 mm (6.3 in.)
Heel Height - 53 mm
Steel Type - Shirogami #2
HRC - 61-63
Cladding - Soft Iron
Bevel - Double Bevel
Handle - Magnolia "D" Shaped
135 mm Santoku
Length - 267 mm (10.5 in.)
Weight - 114 g (4 oz)
Edge Length - 135 mm (5.4 in.)
Heel Height - 42 mm
Steel Type - Shirogami #2
HRC - 61-63
Cladding - Soft Iron
Bevel - Double Bevel
Handle - Magnolia "D" Shaped
Please do not cut frozen foods or bones with these knives.
Always wash with a cloth and warm soapy water and dry after use