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The Shigeki Tanaka kiritsuke gyuto 190mm is a handcrafted Japanese chef's knife forged in Miki by fourth-generation blacksmith Shigeki Tanaka. This knife features an Aogami #2 carbon steel core with iron-clad damascus construction in warikomi style and a kurouchi finish. The blade measures 186mm with 46.1mm height and weighs 138g. The iron cladding will develop a natural patina over time with use.
Construction type: warikomi | iron clad Steel: Hitachi aogami #2 / blue #2
Overall length: 330mm Blade length (heel to tip): 186mm Blade height at heel: 46.1mm Spine thickness at handle: 4.4mm Spine thickness at heel: 3.5mm Spine thickness at middle: 1.9mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm Weight: 138g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal rosewood Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 30-day returns on unused items Details
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 View Complete Care Guide
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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