Brand: Sakai Takayuki
Maker: Shougo Yamatsuka
Series: Zangetsu
Origin: Sakai, Japan
Shape: Sakimaru Takohiki (Sashimi Knife)
Note: This knife features a single bevel edge for precision slicing and is designed for right-handed use only.
This knife features a small 'machi' gap between the handle and blade, as shown.
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged Ni Mai
Core Steel: Ginsan (Silver #3) Stainless Steel
Hardness: 61-62 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Migaki ("Polished")
Mark (Front): Engraved - "Zangetsu"
Mark (Back): Engraved - "Sakai Takayuki Ginsan"
Edge: Single-Bevel (Right Side)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Wenge with Double Buffalo Horn Ferrules
Includes Black Saya
Blade Length: 11.8" (300mm)
Edge Length: 11.6" (295mm)
Blade Height: 1.4" (35mm)
Handle Length: 5.7" (145mm)
Overall Length: 17.9" (455mm)
Spine Thickness at Heel: 4mm at Heel
Weight: 8.8 oz. (250g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: 04237
