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Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus gyuto 270mm - ironwood

Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus gyuto 270mm - ironwood

Regular price ¥135,000 JPY
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  • Hand-forged in Miki, Japan by blacksmith Shigeki Tanaka
  • 263mm / 10.35" 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 270mm is a handcrafted Japanese chef's knife made by Shigeki Tanaka in Miki, Japan. This gyuto 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.



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

Overall length: 395mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 263mm / 10.35"
Blade height at the heel: 52.9mm
Spine thickness:
• at the handle: 2.6mm
• at the heel: 2.5mm
• midway: 2.3mm
• 1cm from the tip: 0.9mm
Weight: 267g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: ironwood
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya/ sheath: Not included


Note:
a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 270mm 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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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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