Nao Yamamoto SG2 Damascus Migaki Finished Gyuto 180mm Black Pakka wood HandleNao Yamomoto Born in 1979. After serving Masami Azai's (Echizen Marukatsu) apprenticeship, went thru further apprenticeship with Kamotou Hamono in Takefu. Several years ago, once again, worked with Mr. Azai and inherited his techniques and 'Echizen Marukatsu' inscription. Nao Yamamoto is most noteworthy blacksmith today. Manufactures from kitchen knives to short sword and his talent is seen in wide area. Selecting stainless like VG10 Damascus, or

Using this series of sharpening stones from Naniwa gives users faster sharpening time and the flatness of the stone is retained longer

be sure to rinse thoroughly before use

Handle Material: Pakka wood

Founded in 1958

Weight: 119g (4

Knife Type: Makiri

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You will enjoy cutting things with this very good looking knife

Knife Type: Petty knife

Do not place near an open flame

A fine keyaki handle made by meticulous craftsmen

Blade Hardness: HRC 58