A eye-catching black damascus SG2/R2 nakiri, handcrafted by master blacksmith Takeshi Saji of Echizen, Japan. SG2 is a PM stainless steel highly valued for its superior edge retention, an ideal feature for most professional chefs. Its corrosion resistance further enhances the appeal for pros looking for an easy-to-maintain vegetable knife. The knife showcases a beautifully etched damascus finish, offering a contrast of its intricate layers. Paired with an elegant desert ironwood handle, this knife is both functional and visually stunning. It's a fantastic cutter; it's thin behind the edge without that delicate or fragile feeling. It comes complete with a kiri box
※ Takeshi Saji (1948) is one of Japan's most illustrious blacksmith masters. Saji-san is one of the founding members of Takefu Knife Village. He was officially certified as a "Traditional Master Craftsman" in 1992, a prestigious title awarded only to Japan's best craftsmen. He is a third-generation blacksmith, and his workshop is located in Echizen's Takefu Knife Village, where he forges knives alongside his two apprentices.
He is also known for producing top-of-the-line hunting knives, which were sold in Japan and abroad. In addition to hand-picked wood, he used animal horns to make handles, and over time, he became a leading expert on Western type handles in the region. Yu Kurosaki and other Takefu masters honed their skills under his tutelage as well.
Overall length: 300mm Blade length (heel to tip): 170mm Blade height at heel: 52.9mm Spine thickness at handle: 2.9mm Spine thickness at heel: 2.6mm Spine thickness at middle: 2.0mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.5mm Weight: 252g *Please note that measurements may slightly vary between individual handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives due to their artisanal nature.
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: desert ironwood Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/sheath: not available
*Comes with a kiri box
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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 View Care Guide
