Maker: Daisuke Nishida
Origin: Kumamoto, Japan
Shape: Funayuki
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged Warikomi
Core Steel: Shirogami #1 (White Carbon Steel)
Hardness: 63-64 HRC
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Blacksmith's Finish)
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Rengas with Ebony Ferrule
Blade Length: 8.25" (210mm)
Edge Length: 8.25" (210mm)
Blade Height: 2.2" (56mm)
Handle Length: 5.2" (133mm)
Overall Length: 14.3" (365mm)
Spine Thickness: 4.8mm at Heel
Weight: 8.7 oz. (249g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). This knife has a full carbon steel blade and reactive cladding. It will rust if not cleaned and dried promptly after use. Any rust that forms should be removed. Over time, if cared for properly, this knife will develop a beautiful and protective patina.
Item number: NSD-S210GY-RE