Tanaka R2 Etched Black Damascus Nakiri 165mm Ironwood Handle

Tanaka R2 Etched Black Damascus Nakiri 165mm Ironwood HandleThis Shigeki Tanaka SG2 Damascus Nakiri 165mm with ironwood handle is a double bevel Japanese vegetable knife best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs requiring precise push cuts. The blade features an etched stainless Damascus clad san mai construction using powdered SG2 steel hardened to 62 64 HRC, providing wear resistance and edge retention. This specific profile possesses a relatively flat edge that facilitates straight chopping through

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offering edge retention and ease of sharpening suitable for those new to high-carbon knives

With more than 50 years of experience under his belt

The knife measures 317mm in total length with a 49

Hardness (HRC): 65-67

even Iron Chef Jun Kurogi and sushi master Takeshi Saito Sushi Saito  uses his knife

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The sharp edge enables clean and accurate cuts

347 g  Total Length

Blue 2 core with stainless clad

Its huge blade height is perfect to deal with root vege

White #3 steel contains 0