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Kisuke Manaka ENN gyuto 210mm

Regular price ¥230,000 JPY
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Specifications

The Kisuke Manaka ENN 210mm gyuto is a Japanese chef's knife handforged in Sanjo by blacksmith Kisuke Manaka. The core is Aogami #1 and the cladding is a hand-laminated damascus of Aogami #2 and soft iron, forged in-house -- a construction few makers attempt. Most damascus knives use pre-laminated billet from a mill. Manaka-san builds his own, by hand. The result is a distinctive damascus pattern that is only seen in his ENN line.

  • Handforged in Sanjo, Japan by Kisuke Manaka
  • 223mm (8.78") cutting edge, 55.4mm heel height
  • Aogami #1 (Blue #1) carbon steel core
  • Hand-laminated damascus cladding of Aogami #2 and soft iron, forged in-house
  • Tsuchime kurouchi damascus finish

Note: This knife has been refinished on natural stones by zahocho -- no loose abrasives, sandpapers, or diamond pastes used. Images show the refinished blade. Refinished with permission from Manaka-san. Original stock finish shown in the last two photos.

What is the ENN Series?
Kisuke Manaka's flagship knife collection. Aogami #1 core, clad with hand-laminated layers of Aogami #2 and soft iron, forged in-house. The series has three versions: ENN original with tsuchime kurouchi finish, KOKUENN with etched finish, and Kagero with polished finish and subtle sheen.

Details

  • Blacksmith: Kisuke Manaka
  • Series: ENN
  • Producing Area: Sanjo, Japan (new location - 2025)
  • Knife Type: Gyuto
  • Finish: Tsuchime kurouchi damascus
  • Core Steel: Aogami #1
  • Cladding: Aogami #2 + Soft iron
  • HRC: ~64
  • Steel Type: Carbon steel

Blade & Handle Specs

  • Overall Length: 386mm
  • Blade Length (heel to tip): 223mm (8.78")
  • Blade Height at Heel: 55.4mm
  • Spine Thickness:
    • At handle: 4.1mm
    • At heel: 3.8mm
    • Midway: 2.5mm
    • 1cm from tip: 0.6mm
  • Weight: 262g
  • Edge/Bevel: 50:50
  • Handle: Octagonal ebony
  • Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
  • Saya/Sheath: Not included

Notes:

  • For the care and maintenance of Japanese kitchen knives, such as this handforged knife, please refer to our care guide below.
  • Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
  • Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.
Shipping & Returns

• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo
• Dispatches within 24-48 hours
• Full tracking from dispatch to delivery
• 30-day returns on unused items
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Care Guide

• Use whetstones for sharpening
• Use wooden or rubber cutting boards
• Keep clean and dry to prevent rust
• Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods
• Hand wash only - no dishwasher
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FAQ

Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.

When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.

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