The Impossible Kiridashi
An elite feat of metallurgy, this collector's piece is forged from an exceptionally rare, stainless steel copper Go-Mai stack. Working with high-temperature stainless steel to bond with low-melting-point copper without destroying the billet demands master-level thermal discipline. Ground on a precision wheel, its sharp hollow grind tapers to an exceptionally thin edge, cutting through the outer cladding to reveal a vibrant, rhythmic copper zigzag line tracking just above the straight cutting edge of its geometric K-Tip Kiridashi profile. The build establishes a striking physical contrast: the cool, deeply textured blue micarta handle provides a rugged, organic tactile grip that directly opposes the sleek, high-contrast polished steel and fiery copper fusion lines of the blade. Revealing the beautifully intricate, fused layers of copper and steel along the exposed tang, this build stands as a triumph of metallurgical alchemy. A masterfully balanced fusion of gallery-level artistry and razor-sharp, everyday functionality, this knife serves as both a captivating showpiece for a collection and a lifetime tool ready for anyone who appreciates elite craftsmanship.
Specifications
- Profile: Geometric K-Tip Kiridashi / Modern Precision Utility
- Total Length: 7 3/4"
- Blade Composition: Rare Five-Layer Stainless Copper Go-Mai
- Blade Finish: High-Contrast Stainless Cladding with Exposed Copper Fusion Lines
- Construction: Full Tang / Off-Frame Pre-Finished Scale Assembly / Wheel-Ground Hollow Grind
- Handle Material: Premium Contoured Blue Micarta / Textured Grip Finish