The NASU Series offers rugged utility with thoughtful design. Each piece is hand-sharpened and features a unique 67-layer Damascus blade, fully forged from proprietary X-7 high-alloy steel. The ultra-dense slate G-10 fiberglass handles are crafted with a slow, deliberate process resulting in a unique finish of added texture and drama. Each knife comes with a rich gray wood magnetic Saya-style sheath that is perfectly shaped to match and protect the knife's distinct blade.
HIGH ALLOY 67 LAYER DAMASCUS X-7 STEEL
Our proprietary X-7 Steel is harder steel than German steel which means it can take a significantly sharper edge. A unique, Damascus pattern is formed in the metal from folding 67 layers of steel together. X-7 Steel has a hardness rating of 61±2 on the Rockwell Hardness Scale.
ULTRA6 HEAT TREATMENT
It took 3+ years of research and development to dial in the specific heat treatment process that would ensure our knives are both hard enough to take a sharp 16 degree edge, yet durable enough to keep that sharp edge during heavy kitchen use. Every blade goes through our precise ULTRA6 heat treatment which brings out the best qualities of each steel allowing the blade to take a remarkably sharp edge.
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
How SHARP is it?
Initial Cutting Performance[ICP] is a measurement that reflects how sharp the knife’s edge is after it has been sharpened. Any score over 110 is considered excellent while a measurement under 30 is rated as very poor.
How long will it stay SHARP?
Total Card Cut[TCC] is a measurement that reflects how long a knife will stay sharp and resist wear through use. Scores over 550 are considered excellent while scores under 100 are rated as very poor.
TEST RESULTS OF KNIVES FOR INITIAL CUTTING PERFORMANCE: Cangshan knife with German X50CrMoV15 steel 130 ICP. High-end German cutlery 62 ICP. High-end German cutlery 88 ICP. High-end Japanese cutlery 100 ICP. High-end Japanese cutlery 108 ICP. Standard commercial cutlery 64 ICP. Standard commercial cutlery 85 ICP. Basically a spoon 31 ICP. TEST RESULTS OF KNIVES FOR TOTAL CARD CUT: Cangshan knife with German X50CrMoV15 steel 601 TCC. High-end German cutlery 481 TCC. High-end German cutlery 303 TCC. High-end Japanese cutlery 514 TCC. High-end Japanese cutlery 487 TCC. Standard commercial cutlery 171 TCC. Standard commercial cutlery 285 TCC. Basically a spoon 101 TCC.
HANDCRAFTED BY MASTER ARTISANS
At the end of the day a knife needs to perform. All Cangshan knives proudly can do just that. The quality and craftsmanship of the knives ensure they precisely and effectively perform their cutting functions giving the user a responsive and refined tactile experience that enhances and augments their skills and process. Every knife from Cangshan is handcrafted and hand sharpened, these are real, passionate artisans creating beautiful, functional tools.
Cangshan Cutlery. A Knife Designed For Every Kitchen.
Cangshan was created from a passion for innovation. From concept to kitchen, we are driven to craft cutlery that is as inspiring as it is razor-sharp, desired by professional chefs and home cooks alike. Since our founding in 2015, we have received 33 awards for exceptional design, engineering, and craftsmanship. With the highest quality materials from around the globe in the hands of our skilled artisans, it is always our unwavering goal:
Beautiful Function.
