Bevel Type Analysis
Single Bevel (Kataba)
Traditional blades are flat or slightly concave on the back ( ) and beveled only on the front. This enables clean, razor-sharp surgical slices without pushing or squeezing foods—highly favored by Japanese sushi and sashimi chefs.
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Banshu Carpenter Tools
Banshu Daiku Dougu (播州大工道具)
Description
The history of Banshu Miki dates back 1,500 years. Following the Siege of Miki in 1578, carpenters and blacksmiths from different parts of the country gathered for reconstruction, helping refine the local tools. Today, Banshu is known for producing a wide range of traditional carpenter tools.
Best For
✓ Woodworking
✓ Cabinetry
✓ Architecture
✓ Precision joining
Blade Characteristics
- Traditional forging methods involving the welding of steel and iron.
- Meticulous hand-hammering and precision quenching.
- Small-scale workshops practicing high-mix, low-volume production.
- Requires 14 to 21 intricate steps for each tool.