{"product_id":"katsu-zk02-17-layers-zdp-189-super-steel-convex-grind-blade-titanium-alloy-handle-with-black-titanium-and-stonewash-finish-leather-sheath","title":"KATSU ZK02, 17 Layers ZDP-189 Super Steel Convex Grind Blade, Titanium Alloy Handle \u0026 Clip, Frame Lock, Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"a-spacing-mini a-color-secondary\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e17 layers ZDP-189 Super Steel.  ZDP-189 is a Japanese Super High-end Stainless Steel. It’s one of the latest developments in PM (Powder Metallurgy), offers extreme hardness, corrosion resistance and wear resistance. With a maximum hardness of 67HRC, the steel can offer a great hardness that’s going to result in an exceptional Edge Retention! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003eJapanese traditional convex grind (Hamaguri-ba) finished blade shows amazing toughness and resistance to edge chopping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003eFrame Lock provides assurance that the blade will stay in place while its open, and easy one-hand closing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003eTitanium alloy handle with black titanium coating and stonewash finish.  Providing an unparalleled tactile sensation and premium quality. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003eRose gold titanium coating and stonewash finish on the titanium clip. Accentuating the design aesthetics and adding a touch of sophistication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003eHeat treatment certification from HATTA KOGYO CO.,LTD in Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"a-spacing-mini a-color-secondary\"\u003eAbout its blade\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"564\" width=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/902650336?h=f6bb9b916e\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you notice some special \"speckles\" on the top layer of your ZK02 blade, please rest assured, these are not residual stains. The KATSU ZK02 blade is crafted from 17-layer ZDP-189 super steel and meticulously hand-finished by seasoned craftsmen. These \"speckles\" are a characteristic feature resulting from the hand-finishing process of this material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unfamiliar with this material and craftsmanship, please visit this post \"\u003ca title=\"The Artistry Behind KATSU ZK02 Blades\" href=\"https:\/\/katsuknife.com\/blogs\/articles\/the-artistry-behind-katsu-zk02-blades\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b80632;\"\u003eThe Artistry Behind KATSU ZK02 Blades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\" or reach out to us via email for further information. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach KATSU KNIVES undergoes rigorous inspection before shipping, so the KATSU ZK02 you receive is unquestionably of superior quality. We have immense confidence in this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"a-spacing-mini a-color-secondary\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"katsu_pro_detail_specification_table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClosed Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.6-inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5-inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 layers ZDP 189 super steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTitanium alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.8 ounces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"a-spacing-mini a-color-secondary\"\u003eBox Contains\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x KATSU ZK02\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Leather Sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x Heat treatment certification card\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KATSU KNIVES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41301503737915,"sku":"katsu_zk02","price":289.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0357\/5064\/1723\/files\/202404_1_322c1052-97ae-472c-9c8f-01d3accd9302.jpg?v=1713289723","url":"https:\/\/katsuknives.com\/products\/katsu-zk02-17-layers-zdp-189-super-steel-convex-grind-blade-titanium-alloy-handle-with-black-titanium-and-stonewash-finish-leather-sheath","provider":"KATSU KNIVES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}