{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-7-zebra-tanto","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-7 ZEBRA TANTO","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-7 ZEBRA TANTO\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\u003eWhen I first saw this knife by Mr. Takahashi, I felt a unique warmth and gentleness despite its slender, sturdy, and razor-sharp tanto blade. The handle, made from linen Micarta chosen for its practicality, is layered with white resin spacers, adding a striking accent to the knife's overall design. At the same time, it evoked the image of a zebra, with its long legs and swift movements.(practicality and agility)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFor the 5 Inch Solid VG-10 Slender Tanto blade with the Custom C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eombination Handle (Linen Micarta \/ White Resin Spacers) with Stainless Steel Hilt \u0026amp; Butt. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eComes with a handcrafted Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVG-10 blade in 4.8mm thick, blade length 127mm, 243mm overall, Handle Length 115mm Weight179g\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-7 ZEBRA TANTO\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: \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eCustom C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eombination Handle (Linen Micarta \/ White Resin Spacers) with Stainless Steel Hilt \u0026amp; Butt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 243mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 127mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 4.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 179g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539434873110,"sku":"HTT-7","price":44600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-7-zebra-tanto-47790019117334.jpg?v=1734342020","url":"https:\/\/japaneseknifedirect.mom\/products\/takuya-takahashi-htt-7-zebra-tanto","provider":"japaneseknifedirect.mom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}