--- product_id: 386756661 title: "KAKURI Kiridashi Knife Left Hand 18mm, Left Handed Utility Knife Tool for Wood Marking, Scribing, Carving, Whittling, Woodworking, Hand Forged Japanese Steel Blade with Hammered Pattern, Made in JAPAN" brand: "kakuri" price: "430.22 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Ka K Ur I" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/386756661-kakuri-kiridashi-knife-left-hand-18mm-left-handed-utility-knife store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # hand-hammered tsuchime finish 18mm razor-sharp blade one-piece forged steel handle KAKURI Kiridashi Knife Left Hand 18mm, Left Handed Utility Knife Tool for Wood Marking, Scribing, Carving, Whittling, Woodworking, Hand Forged Japanese Steel Blade with Hammered Pattern, Made in JAPAN **Brand:** kakuri **Price:** 430.22 DT **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ—‘οΈ Elevate your craft with the lefty’s legendary blade β€” precision meets tradition! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** KAKURI Kiridashi Knife Left Hand 18mm, Left Handed Utility Knife Tool for Wood Marking, Scribing, Carving, Whittling, Woodworking, Hand Forged Japanese Steel Blade with Hammered Pattern, Made in JAPAN by kakuri - **How much does it cost?** 430.22 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/386756661-kakuri-kiridashi-knife-left-hand-18mm-left-handed-utility-knife) ## Best For - kakuri enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kakuri brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Ready Out of the Box:** Expertly sharpened and hollow-ground back ensures flatness and precision from first use. - β€’ **Unique Hammered Aesthetic:** Each blade features a hand-hammered tsuchime pattern, making your tool a one-of-a-kind artisan piece. - β€’ **Precision Left-Handed Edge:** Engineered specifically for lefties with a single bevel for unmatched control and accuracy. - β€’ **Solid One-Piece Construction:** Blade and handle forged from a single steel piece for ultimate strength and no wobble. - β€’ **Masterful Japanese Craftsmanship:** Hand-forged laminated steel blade combining hard carbon steel and soft iron for superior sharpness and durability. ## Overview The KAKURI Kiridashi Knife Left Hand 18mm is a premium Japanese woodworking tool crafted from hand-forged laminated high carbon steel and soft iron. Designed exclusively for left-handed users, it features a razor-sharp single bevel blade with a hollow-ground back for precision cutting. Each knife boasts a unique hand-hammered tsuchime finish and a durable one-piece steel handle, delivering both exceptional performance and artisanal beauty straight from Japan. ## Description Japanese Kiridashi Knife from Sanjyo Nigata Japan. Review: Amazingly Sharp - The hollow ground blades have now been used on 100 year old mahogany, black limba, white oak, hard maple, and now ash. While it took me a while to get used to left hand and right hand blades, the thing that really makes the design superior is "bevel up" vs "bevel down" use. Single bevel blades are a game changer. As far as the materials... FLAWLESS. As far as the Craftsmanship... FLAWLESS. Excalibur meets Katana under a Lightsaber moon. I like it! Review: Exactly what it needs to be - It's big, solid and heavy. By that I mean it's a solid piece of metal that shouldn't break, bend, twist or snap, if you use it as intended. Single bevel, so perfect edge for lefties. The blade I have is not 100% straight/flat. If you look down the edge, you can see a slight bump in the middle. Doesn't affect the sharpness, and isn't big enough to cause the tool to wander or cut un-evenly. But it is there. It was obviously hand-sharpened, and they rounded the tip off a bit so it's not like a razor point. Very thin and flat, could be difficult to pick up off a work-table. The plastic tip protector is nice, and I'm sure to use it since it's so sharp. After I wear down the edge, I'll probably trim the metal back a bit to make a perfectly straight cutting edge, and then sharpen it. I'm going to see how dangerous it is with a full point. Overall, great tool for lefties ## Features - [LEFT-HANDED KIRIDASHI KNIFE] A versatile traditional Japanese craft knife for woodworking, marking, scribing, carving, whittling, bamboo craft, leatherwork, bookbinding, paper trimming, and precision cutting. - [RAZOR-SHARP JAPANESE STEEL] Hand-forged laminated blade combines hard Japanese steel with soft iron for excellent sharpness and easy sharpening. Expert-sharpened and ready to use out of the box. The hollow-ground back improves flatness and precision. - [HAND-HAMMERED FINISH] Each knife is individually hand-hammered by a skilled craftsman, creating a distinctive tsuchime pattern that gives every tool a unique, traditional Japanese appearance. - [ONE-PIECE HANDLE] The blade and handle are formed from a single piece of steel for a solid, durable feel with no loose parts. - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: Made in Japan / Blade Material: Japanese high carbon steel and soft iron / Size: 7.3"Γ—0.7"Γ—0.1" / Blade Width: 0.7" (18 mm) / Cutting Edge Length: 1.9" / Hand Orientation: Left / Bevel: Single ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09MVQYKWR | | Best Sellers Rank | #251,309 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #729 in Utility Knives | | Blade Material | Carbon Steel | | Blade material | Carbon Steel | | Brand | KaKUrI | | Brand Name | KaKUrI | | Color | Silver | | Colour | Silver | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 51 Reviews | | Handle Material | Japanese high carbon steel | | Handle Type | Non-Retractable | | Handle material | Japanese high carbon steel | | Item Length | 7.3 Inches | | Item length | 7.3 Inches | | Manufacturer | KaKUrI | | Manufacturer Part Number | 40886 | | Material | High Carbon Steel | | Material Type | High Carbon Steel | | Model Number | 40886 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Blade Material:** Carbon Steel - **Brand:** KAKURI - **Color:** Silver - **Handle Material:** Japanese high carbon steel - **Handle Type:** Non-Retractable - **Item Length:** 7.3 inches - **Manufacturer:** KAKURI - **Material:** Japanese high carbon steel - **Number of Packs:** 1 - **Unit Count:** 1 Count ## Images ![KAKURI Kiridashi Knife Left Hand 18mm, Left Handed Utility Knife Tool for Wood Marking, Scribing, Carving, Whittling, Woodworking, Hand Forged Japanese Steel Blade with Hammered Pattern, Made in JAPAN - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71DTUhz-COL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazingly Sharp *by K***E on 23 February 2026* The hollow ground blades have now been used on 100 year old mahogany, black limba, white oak, hard maple, and now ash. While it took me a while to get used to left hand and right hand blades, the thing that really makes the design superior is "bevel up" vs "bevel down" use. Single bevel blades are a game changer. As far as the materials... FLAWLESS. As far as the Craftsmanship... FLAWLESS. Excalibur meets Katana under a Lightsaber moon. I like it! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exactly what it needs to be *by S***E on 23 May 2025* It's big, solid and heavy. By that I mean it's a solid piece of metal that shouldn't break, bend, twist or snap, if you use it as intended. Single bevel, so perfect edge for lefties. The blade I have is not 100% straight/flat. If you look down the edge, you can see a slight bump in the middle. Doesn't affect the sharpness, and isn't big enough to cause the tool to wander or cut un-evenly. But it is there. It was obviously hand-sharpened, and they rounded the tip off a bit so it's not like a razor point. Very thin and flat, could be difficult to pick up off a work-table. The plastic tip protector is nice, and I'm sure to use it since it's so sharp. After I wear down the edge, I'll probably trim the metal back a bit to make a perfectly straight cutting edge, and then sharpen it. I'm going to see how dangerous it is with a full point. Overall, great tool for lefties ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid piece & would buy again as gifts *by J***N on 29 November 2022* Summary: One great solid piece throughout. Material, might be carbon steel folded 2/3x. Came exceptionally well sharpened and still sharp after a little less than 4 months of moderate use. It’s a great gift for yourself or someone else who is a carpenter/woodworker Detailed Review: I have had this piece for a little less than four months while giving it moderate use. It maintains its sharpness, but that all really depends your utilization with it and the materials you’re scribing or doing your work onto. I think this piece might be a carbon steel that has been folded 2x or 3x. Which has done me well in the past and from what I’ve learned with more experienced carpenters. My main usage of the kiridashi is so that I can scribe onto the wood with a combination & speed square so that I can practice using the Japanese pull saw. Without the kiridashi, my saw technique is not great yet to keep a straight cut with the saw. Im sure master carpenters/woodworkers would enjoy this piece and use it in more ways it was intended for other than how I’m currently using it. So, it’s a great gift for yourself & others. 5/5 ## Frequently Bought Together - KAKURI Kiridashi Knife Left Hand 18mm, Left Handed Utility Knife for Marking, Scribing, Carving, Whittling, Woodworking, Hand Forged Japanese Carbon Steel Blade with Hammered Pattern, Made in Japan - KAKURI Kiridashi Knife 18mm Right Hand for Woodworking, Marking, Scribing, Carving, Whittling, Professional Hand Forged Razor Sharp Japanese Carbon Steel Blade with Hammered Pattern, Made in JAPAN - KAKURI Kiridashi Knife 12mm (Curved) Right Hand for Woodworking, Marking, Carving, Whittling, Professional Hand Forged Razor Sharp Japanese Carbon Steel Blade with Hammered Pattern, Made in JAPAN --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/386756661-kakuri-kiridashi-knife-left-hand-18mm-left-handed-utility-knife](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/386756661-kakuri-kiridashi-knife-left-hand-18mm-left-handed-utility-knife) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-09-17*