Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus gyuto 240mm - ironwood

• Hand-forged in Miki, Japan by blacksmith Shigeki Tanaka
• 234mm / 9.21" blade with a core of R2 stainless steel, known for its excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance
• Damascus cladding adds a stunning layered pattern to the blade
• Fitted with a premium ironwood handle, used in Tanaka-san’s top-of-the-line knives
• Comes in a traditional kiri wood box, highlighting its status as a collector’s piece
• Ambidextrous design, suitable for both right- and left-handed users

The Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus gyuto 240mm is a handcrafted Japanese chef's knife made by Shigeki Tanaka in Miki, Japan. This knife has a damascus cladding over a core of R2 steel, which is known for holding its edge well and resisting corrosion. The handle is made from ironwood, which Tanaka-san uses for his top-of-the-line knives. The ironwood series is considered Tanaka-san's best work and is considered as a collector's piece. This knife comes in a traditional kiri wood box.

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Blacksmith: Shigeki Tanaka
Producing Area: Miki, Japan
Knife type: gyuto
Finish: damascus
Core steel: R2
Steel type: stainless
Cladding: stainless clad damascus

Overall length: 366mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 234mm / 9.21"
Blade height at the heel: 51.3mm
Spine thickness:
• at the handle: 2.3mm
• at the heel: 2.3mm
• midway: 2.1mm
• 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm
Weight: 248g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: ironwood
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya/ sheath: Not included

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Note:
a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 240mm Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus gyuto 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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