{"product_id":"paper-cutting-knife-tsuchime-hammered-finish","title":"Paper Cutting Knife - Tsuchime Hammered Finish \/ Inoue Tool Works","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3454\/5985\/files\/inoue.webp?v=1782720310\" alt=\"Paper Cutting Knife - Tsuchime Hammered Finish \/ Inoue Tool Works\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInoue Tool Manufacturing Co., Ltd. was founded in 1911 as \"Inoue Knife Manufacturing Co., Ltd.\" Initially, they manufactured the \"Higonokami\" folding knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLater, they expanded their product line to include construction and civil engineering tools such as chisels and crowbars, and currently focus on producing power tool attachments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Kurogane Kazura\" is a stationery brand that utilizes the fire-forging techniques passed down since the company's founding. They produce products that combine functionality as tools with the unique character of handcrafted items.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3454\/5985\/files\/P6171364e_480x480.jpg?v=1782712957\" alt=\"Paper Cutting Knife - Tsuchime Hammered Finish \/ Inoue Tool Works\" style=\"margin-bottom: 2px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3454\/5985\/files\/DSC06877_480x480.jpg?v=1782712957\" alt=\"Paper Cutting Knife - Tsuchime Hammered Finish \/ Inoue Tool Works\" style=\"margin-bottom: 2px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small knife crafted using traditional fire-forging techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's designed for using at your home or in the office, serving as a paper knife or pencil sharpener.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3454\/5985\/files\/P6171395e_480x480.jpg?v=1782712956\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 2px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made from \"VG10,\" a stainless steel developed by Takefu Special Steel Co., Ltd. VG10 is a high-grade cutlery steel with an excellent balance of sharpness, rust resistance, and chip resistance. It possesses sufficient hardness for a cutting tool while being easy to handle in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire blade is vacuum heat-treated and then hand-forged to achieve sufficient hardness for a cutting tool. The hardness is approximately HRC60±3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, a small bevel is added to the edge, slightly blunted to prevent chipping and significantly improve the durability of the sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe opposite end of the blade has a small edge for sharpening pencils, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3454\/5985\/files\/P6171407e_480x480.jpg?v=1782712956\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 2px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface features a hammered texture created by hand. The color variations and processing marks resulting from the forging process are also characteristic of this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slender, elongated blade and the vine-like curved shape are not only beautiful but also functionally designed to fit comfortably in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated leather case is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- This product has a sharp blade. Please handle with extreme care.\u003cbr\u003e- Do not use for purposes other than intended.\u003cbr\u003e- After use, store safely in the leather case.\u003cbr\u003e- When inserting or removing the blade from the leather case, be careful not to cut through the leather or stitching.\u003cbr\u003e- Avoid touching the blade tip.\u003cbr\u003e- If you wish to reduce the sharpness of the blade tip, you can run a few strokes of the blade tip over a whetstone. Please be extremely careful during this process to avoid injury. We also offer sharpening services.\u003cbr\u003e- Although stainless steel is used, it is not a completely rust-proof material. After use, wipe off any moisture or dirt.\u003cbr\u003e- If you wish to have the blade resharpened, please consult a repair shop or the manufacturer. Resharpening will incur a fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e185 x 22 x 2 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e28g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade: Stainless steel, VG10\u003cbr\u003eCase: Leather\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inoue Tool Works","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43974030688321,"sku":"4560342858876","price":239.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3454\/5985\/files\/P6171364e.jpg?v=1782712957","url":"https:\/\/fudekami.com\/products\/paper-cutting-knife-tsuchime-hammered-finish","provider":"FUDEKAMI STATIONERY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}