Shigeki Tanaka is a young and passionate blacksmith, creating new knives and styles that are exciting the market. These knives offer an amazing level of craftsmanship and quality and have superb sharpness and durability.
This range is made from Blue Steel No.2, which is a carbon steel with HRC rating of between 63 and 65. This very hard steel has incredible sharpness and exceptional retention while also being easy to sharpen.
Specifications
Knife Type: Gyuto Knife
Steel Type: Blue steel #2(Not stain resistant)
Handle: D shape magnolia wood with water buffalo bolster
Blade Type: Double Edged Blade
Blade Length: 210mm
Blade Height:48mm
Blade Thickness:2.6mm
Handle Length:135 mm
Weight:132g
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Do not use the knife to chop hard materials such as bones or frozen items unless the knife is made for that specific purpose. Always ensure you keep your knife clean and dry, and sharpen it as required to prevent a dull edge.
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