Tamahagane vs Aogami #2

The legendary steel produced by smelting iron sand (satetsu) in a traditional tatara furnace over three days. The bloom contains steel at varying carbon levels, which a swordsmiths then separates by eye. For tool use, the finest pieces are laminated into a hard hagane cutting edge. Represents the absolute summit of Japanese metallurgical tradition — both material and art object.

Similar to Aogami #1 but with slightly lower carbon and tungsten content. Offers an excellent balance of edge retention and toughness, making it the most-used steel among Japanese master blacksmiths. The sweet spot of the Aogami family — demanding enough to be worthy, forgiving enough to be reliable.