Satake Sword Smith Macaron 12cm Japanese Utility Knife (58 HRC), Polypropylene Handle – Laser Engraved Kitten & Butterfly

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Satake Sword Smith Macaron 12cm Japanese Utility Knife (58 HRC), Polypropylene Handle – Laser Engraved Kitten & Butterfly

Name: Satake Sword Smith Macaron 12cm Japanese Utility Knife (58 HRC), Polypropylene Handle – Laser Engraved Kitten & Butterfly
SKU: 805-193-cica-pillango
Price: 50 GBP

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Satake Sword Smith Macaron 12cm Japanese Utility Knife (58 HRC), Polypropylene Handle – Laser Engraved Kitten & Butterfly

This endlessly adorable, playful kitten brings this beautiful kitchen knife to life as it plays with a butterfly in pure delight. This heartwarming graphic injects the pure, unconditional love for cats into everyday cooking, perfectly harmonizing with the knife's charming pink handle.

Both sides of the knife are engraved!

Blade - AUS-8A stainless steel
Handle - polypropylene with stainless steel ring
Hardness - 56-58 HRC
Total length - 23.5 cm
Blade length - 12 cm
Blade width - 2.9 cm
Blade thickness - 1 mm
Sharpening method - double-sided symmetrical bevel
Weight - approx. 46 g

Manufacturer: Satake Cutlery Mfg. Co., Ltd. Made in Japan.
Item number: 805-193-cica-pillango

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SATAKE SWORD SMITH MACARON JAPANESE UTILITY KNIFE - 12 CM - WITH KITTEN AND BUTTERFLY LASER ENGRAVED PATTERN

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

How to use Japanese chef knives correctly? (Click on the text to read the article.)

Modern Japanese knife making: Where tradition meets innovation (Click on the text to read the article.)

This adorable Satake kitchen knife is the absolute dream for cat lovers, bringing pure joy into the kitchen with every single slice. On the blade of the knife, an endlessly charming, curious kitten comes to life, trying to catch a lightly fluttering butterfly with its tiny paws and sparkling eyes. The graphic, created with MOPA laser engraving, perfectly captures the playful, lovely nature of cats and the boundless love towards them, while harmonizing beautifully with the pleasant, soft pink shade of the handle.

Forget about heavy, gloomy knives! The Satake Sword Smith Macaron has arrived to prove that a professional Japanese kitchen tool can be both adorable and relentlessly efficient at the same time. This utility knife with a 12 cm blade length does not only carry sweetness in its name: the vibrant pink handle instantly brightens up the kitchen atmosphere, making cooking feel more like a game than a chore.

Why exactly a utility knife?

Utility knives (or as professionals call them: petty knives) are loved worldwide for a reason. This is the tool you reach for when a large chef's knife is already too sluggish, and a paring knife is just too small.

Precision all-rounder: Whether it's finely mincing garlic, slicing a juicy strawberry, or perfectly cutting through a sandwich, the Macaron conquers every obstacle with ease.
The champion of agility: Due to its shorter blade, it is much more controllable, smoothly tracing even the trickiest curves while peeling vegetables.

Why will you love the Macaron?

Feather-light experience: The knife weighs only 46 grams. This means your hand will tire sooner from eating the salad than from preparing it. Working with it feels like cutting through the air with just your index finger.
Style and Function: The pink handle is not only pleasing to the eye, but its ergonomic design also provides a secure grip. This knife is proof that Japanese steel and modern design can form a perfect marriage.
Satake Quality: As a member of the famous Satake Sword Smith series, the sharpness and durability of the blade are guaranteed. This is not just a cute knife, but a real working tool!

STEEL COMPARISON CHART

Steel Type

Type

Composition

(Main Elements)

Advantages

Disadvantages

Typical Use

Manufacturer

AUS-8A

Mid-range stainless steel

Carbon:

0.70 - 0.75%

Chromium:

13.00-14.50%

Molybdenum:

0.10-0.30%

Vanadium:

0.10-0.26%

Good corrosion resistance:

High chromium content.

Easy to sharpen:

Average hardness.

Decent edge retention:

Perfect for everyday use.

Cost-effective:

Common choice in mass production.

General edge retention:

Requires normal frequency of sharpening.

Lower wear resistance: Compared to harder Japanese steels.

Kitchen knives.

Everyday carry pocket knives.

Fixed blade knives.

AICHI - JAPAN

FAX-38

High-speed steel (HSS)

Special purpose steel

Japanese carbon steel

Carbon:

1.23-1.33%

Tungsten:

5.70-6.70%

Molybdenum:

4.70-5.30%

Vanadium:

2.70-3.20%

Cobalt:

8.00-8.80%

Excellent wear resistance:

Due to high hardness and alloying elements.

Extraordinary edge retention:

For demanding cutting tasks.

High heat resistance:

Retains its hardness even at high temperatures.

Harder to sharpen:

Due to extreme hardness.

Higher price:

Due to high alloy content and manufacturing technologies.

Not stainless:

Japanese carbon steel.

Recommended for expert hands!

Professional chef knives.

Specialized knives where edge retention is key.

Industrial cutting tools (e.g., drills, cutters).

NACHI FUJIKOSHI - JAPAN

MVS10Cob (DAMASCUS)

Cobalt-alloyed stainless steel

Carbon:

1.00%

Chromium:

14.27%

">Cobalt:

1.34%

Molybdenum:

0.96%

Vanadium:

0.21%

Good edge retention:

Due to cobalt content.

Adequate corrosion resistance:

Through the alloys.

Balanced performance:

For professional knives.

Good toughness:

Often compared to VG10 due to similar composition.

Currently only available in Damascus version.

More expensive than simpler stainless steels.

High-end kitchen knives.

Quality pocket knives.

General purpose knives where a durable edge is needed.

NACHI FUJIKOSHI - JAPAN

U420J2

Low carbon stainless steel

Carbon:

0.15-0.36%

Chromium:

12.00-14.00%

Manganese:

1.00%

Nickel:

1.00%

Silicon:

1.00%

Sulfur:

0.03%

Excellent corrosion resistance:

High chromium content.

Easy to sharpen:

Relatively soft. (Compared to other Japanese steels.)

Very flexible:

Hard to break.

Cost-effective:

Basic Japanese stainless steel.

Frequent sharpening:

Compared to harder Japanese steels.

Basic (home) kitchen knives.

Diving knives (high corrosion resistance).

Food industry equipment.

NIPPON KOSHUHA - JAPAN

SHIROGAMI

(WHITE PAPER STEEL)

Japanese carbon steel (Traditional)

Carbon:

1.25-1.35%

Manganese:

0.20-0.30%

Phosphorus:

0.02%

Silicon:

0.010-0.20%

Extreme sharpness:

Very fine grain structure and high carbon content.

Easy to sharpen:

Often sharper than many stainless steels.

Excellent cutting performance:

The base material of traditional Japanese knives.

Patina formation:

A characteristic surface develops over time.

Prone to rust: No chromium content.

High maintenance:

Requires careful cleaning and storage.

Recommended for expert hands!

High-quality Japanese kitchen knives.

Straight razors.

Uses where sharpness is paramount and maintenance is not an issue.

HITACHI - JAPAN

Data

Blade length

12 cm

Blade Width

2.9 cm

Blade Thickness

1 mm

Blade material

AUS-8A

Hardness

56-58 HRC

Handle material

polipropilén

Overall length

23.5 cm

Grind

Symmetrical

Weight

46 g

Item number

805-193-cica-pillango

Weight

46 g/db

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