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Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan by Kazuomi Yamamoto, this 210mm Japanese chef's knife has a Shirogami #2 core and stainless cladding. The nashiji finish gives the blade a subtle textured appearance. Fitted with an octagonal burnt chestnut handle that retains grip well even when wet. The stainless cladding keeps maintenance straightforward. A solid upgrade if you're ready to move past entry-level.
Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan by Kazuomi Yamamoto
211mm (8.3") actual cutting edge, 46.5mm heel height
Overall length: 352mm Blade length - heel to tip: 211mm (8.3") Blade height at heel: 46.5mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 4.3mm at the heel: 3.4mm midway: 2.2mm 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm Weight: 165g Handle: octagonal burnt chestnut with horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/sheath: none
Notes:
Each knife is hand-forged, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you want to see the exact knife you'll receive, email us at info@zahocho.com.
Minor variations in finish, surface marks, and measurements are normal in handcrafted Japanese knives.
Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.