Maker: Shigeki Tanaka
Origin: Miki, Hyogo, Japan
Shape: Kiritsuke Gyuto
Notes: This is a limited production hand forged knife made by Shigeki Tanaka. Includes wood gift box. Only two available.
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: SG2 Powder Stainless Steel
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel Damascus
Finish: Kurozome ("Black Etched")
Blade Engraving: None
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle: Full-Tang Ironwood
Bolster: Two-Piece Bolster (Nickel Silver)
Handle Decor: Two Mosaic Pins
Blade Length: 7.7" (195mm)
Edge Length: 7.8" (200mm)
Blade Height: 2.4" (60mm)
Handle Length: 4.9" (125mm)
Overall Length: 13.1" (333mm)
Spine Thickness: 2.5mm at Heel
Weight: 8.1 oz. (230g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: ST-R2D-K195-IW
