{"product_id":"katsu-zk03-17-layers-zdp-189-super-steel-convex-grind-blade-fat-carbon-fabric-titanium-alloy-handle-clip-frame-lock-wooden-gift-box","title":"KATSU ZK03, 17 Layers ZDP-189 Super Steel Convex Grind Blade, Carbon Fiber+ Titanium Alloy Handle \u0026 Clip, Frame Lock, Wooden gift box","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\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing an eye-catching design with a front handle made of \u003cspan\u003eLaminated Colored Carbon Fiber\u003c\/span\u003e, Titanium Alloy back, and clip, this knife boasts a lightweight construction at just 3.72 ounces, making it perfect for everyday carry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\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\"\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\u003cp\u003eIf you notice some special \"speckles\" on the top layer of your ZK03 blade, please rest assured, these are not residual stains. The KATSU ZK03 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 \"\u003ca title=\"About the blade of KATSU ZK02\" href=\"https:\/\/katsuknife.com\/collections\/regular-edition\/products\/katsu-zk02-17-layers-zdp-189-super-steel-convex-grind-blade-titanium-alloy-handle-with-black-titanium-and-stonewash-finish-leather-sheath\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b80632;\"\u003eAbout the blade of KATSU ZK02\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\" for further information. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach KATSU KNIVES undergoes rigorous inspection before shipping, so the KATSU ZK03 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\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFront: Laminated Colored Carbon Fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack: Titanium alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.72 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 ZK03\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Wooden gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Cleaning cloth\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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":41607856980027,"sku":"katsu_zk03","price":339.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0357\/5064\/1723\/files\/cover_1_1.jpg?v=1706182483","url":"https:\/\/katsuknives.com\/products\/katsu-zk03-17-layers-zdp-189-super-steel-convex-grind-blade-fat-carbon-fabric-titanium-alloy-handle-clip-frame-lock-wooden-gift-box","provider":"KATSU KNIVES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}