Shigeki Tanaka aogami#2 damascus petty knife

The Shigeki Tanaka aogami#2 damascus petty knife is a handcrafted Japanese kitchen tool. Forged by Shigeki Tanaka, it features a core of aogami#2 steel, known for its superior edge retention and sharpness. The blade is clad in iron damascus, creating an eye-catching pattern on its surface. This construction combines functionality with aesthetic appeal. Since the blade is iron-clad, the whole blade will develop a patina over time with use, adding character to the knife.

This petty knife excels at precise cutting tasks. It's well-suited for peeling, trimming, and detailed work on fruits and vegetables. The knife also performs well when preparing small cuts of meat or fish.

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Blacksmith: Shigeki Tanaka
Producing Area: Miki, Japan
Knife type: petty knife
Finish: damascus
Core steel: Aogami#2 (Blue#2)
Steel type: carbon steel
Cladding: iron clad damascus

Overall length: 252mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 122mm
Blade height at the heel: 29.2mm
Spine thickness:
• at the handle: 2.4mm
• at the heel: 2.0mm
• midway: 1.4mm
• 1cm from the tip: 0.6mm
Weight: 75g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal walnut with buffalo horn ferrule
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya/ sheath: Not included

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Note:
a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Shigeki Tanaka aogami#2 damascus petty knife, please refer to our care guide below.
b. Please be aware that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
c. Similarly, it's common for these handcrafted knives to have minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs.
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