KATSU FB-X1 Heavy Duty Chopper, AUS-10 Blade, Kydex Sheath, Sakura Blade Nemoto Design

About This Knife

This is absolutely a beast that every tough guy should own! Weighing 884 g (31.18 oz), with a blade length of 215 mm (8.46 in), you can imagine the terrifying destructive power it can bring!

Regarding the design inspiration of this knife, designer Tomoyuki Nemoto said, 
"中華包丁兼鉈です。向こうの田舎の人が、中華包丁だけで柵作りとか野外作業やってるのを見て、鉈に寄せてデザインしました。(This is a tool that combines a Chinese cleaver and a wood-chopping knife. I saw people in the countryside using only a Chinese cleaver for tasks like building fences and outdoor work, so I designed it closer to a wood-chopping knife.)"

Nowadays, you can easily find the prototype of this knife in a Chinese kitchen, the same wide, thick, and heavy Chinese cleaver. You will also see Chinese people effortlessly and skillfully using this knife to cut vegetables or meat, as if it were just a paper fan. Don't be surprised; the reason it has been passed down for thousands of years in Chinese history is precisely due to its formidable destructive power.

The birth of the Chinese cleaver can be traced back to ancient agricultural times—a time of survival. People relied on it to chop wood, maintain fire, build fences to fend off wild beasts; at the same time, after capturing prey, it could help humans easily handle whole large animals, chop bones and meat, maximizing the use of hard-earned protein sources. The Chinese cleaver, with its heaviness, durability, and destructive power, met almost all the needs of ancient Chinese people for survival tools.

As time has passed, the Chinese cleaver has returned more to the kitchen. However, the habit of handling ingredients has kept Chinese people from abandoning the traditional Chinese cleaver, making it an essential carrier of Chinese culinary culture.

Fortunately, Mr. Tomoyuki Nemoto, as a seasoned knife designer, keenly observed the terrifying destructive power of the Chinese cleaver. Drawing inspiration from the long history of the Chinese cleaver, he combined the design style of the tradition Japanese wood-chopping knife with bold innovative ideas, and modern craftsmanship to create this beast, the KATSU FB-X1!

Features

• Wide, thick, and heavy blade, sharp edge

This is the direct source of the destructive power of KATSU FB-X1. The three-stage folding surface brings the blade to an extremely sharp edge, allowing you to feel its chilling power strongly when chopping; additionally, the 5mm thickness of the blade provides enough reliability, allowing you to focus on your passion during heavy use.

• Unique lightening grooves and lightening holes design

You can't help but be attracted by the elegant lines of the huge lightening grooves and several lightening holes on both sides of the blade. Their existence effectively reduces the overall weight of the blade. Also, as a chopper that can be used in damp environments, they help the blade surface drain quickly, maintaining high performance at all times.

More over, the grooves and lightening holes are intentionally placed on one side near the back of the blade, keeping the overall balance of the blade on the side of the cutting edge, providing users with excellent handling, effectively reducing fatigue during long-term use, ensuring the continuous accuracy of chopping and cutting actions.

• AUS-10 Blade & G10 Handle

The AUS10 steel and black titanium coating not only enhance the tool's corrosion resistance and wear resistance but also make it rust-resistant and sharp lasting even in harsh environments, reflecting high durability and outdoor adaptability.

The handle material is sturdy and non-slip, suitable for operations in wet or harsh environments.

• Waterproof, Lightweight and Durable Kydex Sheath 

This knife comes with a sturdy G10 sheath, ensuring safe carrying.

Believe in the wisdom of ancient people, just as you believe in the quality of KATSU KNIVES. It is not only a powerful tool but also carries a long history and exquisite craftsmanship. Its outstanding performance and unique design will undoubtedly make you love it.

Whether for personal use or as a gift, this knife is the ideal choice.

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