Maker: Shigeki Tanaka
Origin: Miki, Hyogo, Japan
Shape: Gyuto (Chef's Knife)
Notes: This is a limited production hand forged knife made by Shigeki Tanaka. Includes wood gift box. Only one 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: 9.4" (240mm)
Edge Length: 9.3" (235mm)
Blade Height: 2" (50mm)
Handle Length: 5.1" (130mm)
Overall Length: 14.3" (365mm)
Spine Thickness: 2.6mm at Heel
Weight: 8.3 oz. (235g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: ST-R2D-G240-IW