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Casting: A Knife Manufacturing Method

Casting is one method of knife production, involving the melting of metal and pouring it into molds to shape it. This casting technique has the following characteristics:

Characteristics

  • Allows for mass production
  • Facilitates the creation of complex shapes
  • Relatively cost-effective manufacturing

Role in Knife Production

  • Primarily used in the production of Western-style knives
  • Contrasts with the traditional Japanese forging method

Advantages

  • Enables consistent product quality
  • High production efficiency

Disadvantages

  • May have lower strength compared to forged knives
  • Blade sharpness and durability can be inferior to forged counterparts

Knives made using the casting method are widely popular as general-purpose household knives. However, high-end knives and traditional Japanese knives are often crafted using the forging method, which requires more advanced techniques.

Related websites
The Art of Making Japanese Knives: Detailed Process | KIREAJI