Tanaka Kama Kogyo is a 4th-generation blacksmith and owner of Matsubara Hamono, located outside Nagasaki. The Matsubara company has been making knives and tools for many centuries, and their rich history has translated into some finely crafted knives that are highly regarded around the world.
This knife is made from Blue #2 high carbon steel. It is a Hitachi manufactured metal and is regarded as one of the best steels to use in the making of kitchen knives. The steel is high carbon, so Tanaka-san clads the blade in a layer of stainless steel so that only the mirror finished edge will be reactive. The nashiji is a hammer applied finish, not pressed, that helps with food release while adding a great look to this finely crafted blade.
This knife is mated to a lovely octagonal handle with a burnt Urushi finish using oak wood. It's a striking combination.
Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.Brand: Matsubara
Location: Nagasaki, Japan
Blacksmith: Tanaka-San
Steel: Blue #2
Cladding: Stainless
Finish: Nashiji
Knife Type: Gyuto
Edge: Even
Engraving: Hand Engraved
Weight: 6.7 oz (190 g)
Edge Length: 243 mm
Total Length: 395 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 3 mm
Blade Height: 50 mm
Handle: Burnt Oak (you will receive the knife pictured)
Please note that Mr. Tanaka sometimes puts a notch in the tang; this is done on purpose and is not an installation mistake.
This knife is made from Blue #2 high carbon steel. It is a Hitachi manufactured metal and is regarded as one of the best steels to use in the making of kitchen knives. The steel is high carbon, so Tanaka-san clads the blade in a layer of stainless steel so that only the mirror finished edge will be reactive. The nashiji is a hammer applied finish, not pressed, that helps with food release while adding a great look to this finely crafted blade.
This knife is mated to a lovely octagonal handle with a burnt Urushi finish using oak wood. It's a striking combination.
Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.
Reviews
2 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Top knife Very nice knife.Posted By: Michael
8 people found this review helpful
I love this knife. I'll start first by saying this is my first wa 240 and it definitely feels much larger that a western 240 but I love it. Whoever made this handle did a fantastic job the matte type finish goes perfect with the hammered finish of the knife for a rustic look. On top of great looks so far the knife has been performing very well. I haven't got to use it much but it was very sharp otb after a few stropes. I will be using this one very often for sure. The blade has very good corrosion resistance as well which is nice. It's not stainless but you don't need to baby it like some other knives I have. My only negative comment and it's very small is I'd like to see the spine and Choil rounded just and hair more but it is still very comfortable. Awesome and beautiful knife. If you have a chance to buy one of the others jump on it.
8 people found this review helpful
I love this knife. I'll start first by saying this is my first wa 240 and it definitely feels much larger that a western 240 but I love it. Whoever made this handle did a fantastic job the matte type finish goes perfect with the hammered finish of the knife for a rustic look. On top of great looks so far the knife has been performing very well. I haven't got to use it much but it was very sharp otb after a few stropes. I will be using this one very often for sure. The blade has very good corrosion resistance as well which is nice. It's not stainless but you don't need to baby it like some other knives I have. My only negative comment and it's very small is I'd like to see the spine and Choil rounded just and hair more but it is still very comfortable. Awesome and beautiful knife. If you have a chance to buy one of the others jump on it.
