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Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus santoku 170mm
Regular price¥52,000 JPY
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The Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus santoku is a handcrafted Japanese knife forged by blacksmith Shigeki Tanaka. It features a blade made from R2 steel, known for its excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance. The damascus pattern on the blade is etched to enhance the contrast of the layered steel.
As a santoku knife, this excels in a variety of kitchen tasks. It's particularly well-suited for slicing, dicing, and mincing vegetables, as well as handling boneless meats and fish. The versatile design makes it a go-to knife for many home cooks and professional chefs in their daily food preparation.
Overall length: 311mm Blade length (heel to tip): 166mm Blade height at the heel: 48.1mm Spine thickness: • at the handle: 2.1mm • at the heel: 1.9mm • midway: 1.6mm • 1cm from the tip: 0.6mm Weight: 135g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal walnut with buffalo horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
⎯ Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus santoku 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. ··•··
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 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
