Kiku Matsuda AX-S

This item is available for in store purchase only.  No online orders at this time.

Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous blade grinders in Japan.  With over forty years of experience, Kiku Matsuda has been grinding knives since he was 15 years old and is a fifth generation knife grinder.  Using the Hamaguri-Ba grinding technique, he has produced the Japanese convex edge normally only found in the classic Katana sword. 

The AX-S features a broad axe-cleaver OU-31 blade with Hamaguri-ba grind and Micarta handle.

Specifications
Blade Length	5.0"
Blade Thickness	6 mm
Handle Length	5.5"
Overall Length	10.5"
Weight	21.2 oz
Blade Steel	OU-31
Handle Material	Micarta