Kisuke tsuchime kurouchi shirogami #2 195mm gyuto

Specifications

Manaka Hamono, established in 1872 in Saitama, Japan, represents five generations of blacksmithing tradition. Kisuke Manaka, the current fifth-generation craftsman, developed his skills through self-directed study using traditional tools, a small forge, and knife-making literature.

Manaka-san forge-welds his own steel rather than sourcing pre-laminated materials. This technique requires advanced skill and produces consistent, high-quality results. His workshop maintains complete in-house production, controlling every stage of the knife-making process from initial forging through final finishing.

The craftsman acknowledges Tsukasa Hinoura as his mentor and draws inspiration from Hinoura's approach to knife-making. This foundation in traditional methods combined with meticulous attention to detail characterizes Manaka-san's work.

Details

• Brand/Maker: Kisuke Manaka
• Location: Saitama, Japan
• Knife Type: Gyuto
• Finish: Tsuchime Kurouchi
• Construction Type: Honwarikomi | Stainless Clad
• Steel Category: Carbon Steel
• Core Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
• HRC: 63

Blade & Handle Specs

• Total Length: 340mm
• Blade Length: 195mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 49.1mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At the handle: 4.8mm
  • At the heel: 3.0mm
  • Midway: 2.1mm
  • 1cm from the tip: 1.9mm
• Weight: 179g
• Edge/Bevel: 50:50
• Handle: Magnolia | Oval
• Ferrule: Red Pakkawood
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous

Important Notes

• Care & Maintenance: Handmade Japanese knives, such as the Kisuke Manaka Gyuto, require proper care. Please refer to our guide for expert maintenance tips.
• Measurements: Slight variations are normal due to the handcrafted nature of the knife.