{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-4-red-stubby","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-4 Red Stubby","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife carftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing thier knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakuya Takahashi HTT-4 Red Stubby\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTakuya Takahashi has built his skills over more than a decade while working at the Hattori company, where he trained under the renowned master Ichiro Hattori.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eCurrently, he plays a key role in constructing the foundational structure of knife handles and the blade straightening process\u003ci\u003e(Hizumi-Tori)\u003c\/i\u003e, these processes are very important when creating both quality knives and high-end knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOver the past few years, he has been deeply involved in creating custom handle designs for a range of Hattori \"SAN\" Limited Edition knives. This experience has further refined his skills and sense for knife making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDuring breaks, or after work, Takahashi dedicates his personal time to crafting his own original knife designs. We’re very glad to see his growth, with his latest collection, he has brought forward his own ideas, creativity and vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eMr. Takahashi values a positive and joyful approach in his craft, he will no doubt continue to develop his talent and artistry as he moves forward in his knife-making journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Compact, yet sturdy and durable, 3.3\" solid VG-10 Drop Point blade, with 3.7\" Hand  contoured Red-Black Color G-10 Handle. Mr. Takahashi considered very much for practical use and carefully selected the handle material and handle design.  Comes with Handmade Leather Sheath with belt loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 4.8mm thick, blade length 85mm, 173mm overall, Handle Length 95mm Weight 180g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Takuya Takahashi HTT-4 Red Stubby\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Solid VG-10 Cobalt\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Red-Black Color G-10 Handle\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 173mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 85mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 4.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 180g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539359113494,"sku":"HTT-4","price":37200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-4-red-stubby-47789399769366.jpg?v=1734342562","url":"https:\/\/japaneseknifedirect.mom\/products\/takuya-takahashi-htt-4-red-stubby","provider":"japaneseknifedirect.mom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}