Kogatana or Kiridashi. Japanese grafting knife made of carbon steel (Yasuki Aogami No. 2 blue steel) for left-handed users.
Please note that ‘left-handed’ refers to use with the blade cutting outwards.
If you wish to use this tool for grafting, pulling towards you, please select a right-handed model. Thank you for your attention.
The little brother of Japanese swords, this single-bevel blade, forged raw with a formidable cutting edge, can be used for anything in the garden. Initially used for grafting, this tool can also be used to carve bamboo or wood, sharpen pencils, cut leather, paper, and any type of fabric, felt or rope. Japanese gardeners always have one in their toolkit.
Easily resharpened when necessary.
Tool length : 19.5 mm.
Tool width : 27 mm.
Blade length : 6 cm.
Blade thickness : 2 mm.
Tool weight : 60 g.
Curved handle for a good grip.
A magnificent tool that blacksmithing enthusiasts will appreciate...
To avoid accidental injury, we recommend sticking the blade into a cork when not in use or making a sheath for it between two bamboo blades held together with wire.
Supplied in blister pack.
Made in Japan. |
