




Shigeki Tanaka Blue 2 Damascus Nakiri 165mm
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Knife Information
A relatively young but masterful 4th generation blacksmith, Shigeki Tanaka crafts his knives in a workshop in Miki City, Japan. He joined his fathers workshop in 1999, and has been making knives ever since. He has come to prominence with his R2 line, and excellent heat treatment and hard-wearing nature of his blades. Known for being skilful and creative, he works with almost all knifemaking steels, from high carbon like Aogami, to powder stainless steel.
Best paired with a camellia oil, wooden saya and a 1000/6000 whetstone
Specifications
Style:
Nakiri
Blade Length:
165mm
Overall Length:
310mm
Weight:
142g
Blade Height @ Heel:
48mm
Bevel:
Double Bevel
Spine Thickness @ Mid:
1.1mm
Blade Material:
Blue 2 Core, Soft Iron Damascus Clad
Handle Material:
Octagon Walnut
HRC:
~62
Knife Information
A relatively young but masterful 4th generation blacksmith, Shigeki Tanaka crafts his knives in a workshop in Miki City, Japan. He joined his fathers workshop in 1999, and has been making knives ever since. He has come to prominence with his R2 line, and excellent heat treatment and hard-wearing nature of his blades. Known for being skilful and creative, he works with almost all knifemaking steels, from high carbon like Aogami, to powder stainless steel.
Best paired with a camellia oil, wooden saya and a 1000/6000 whetstone
Specifications
Style: | Nakiri |
Blade Length: | 165mm |
Overall Length: | 310mm |
Weight: | 142g |
Blade Height @ Heel: | 48mm |
Bevel: | Double Bevel |
Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.1mm |
Blade Material: | Blue 2 Core, Soft Iron Damascus Clad |
Handle Material: | Octagon Walnut |
HRC: | ~62 |
Introducing
Shigeki Tanaka
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