This is an awesome "tweener" knife that falls between a nakiri and a Chinese cleaver. It's got great cutting action and chops with ease. It also is easy to handle. The knife is constructed from Aogami 2 (Blue #2) carbon steel and clad with stainless steel. This is one of the most popular steels in the world of kitchen knives. The alloy is known for its outstanding edge life and overall toughness.
Brand: Matsubara
Blacksmith: Mr. Tanaka
Location: Nagasaki
Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
Cladding: Nashiji Stainless
Edge Steel: Blue #2 Carbon Steel
Edge Grind: Even
Weight: 8.2 oz/ 234g
Blade Length: 172mm
Overall Length: 320mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 3mm
Blade Height at Heel: 79mm
Handle: Walnut Octagonal
Ferrule: Black Pakkawood
Please note, Mr. Tanaka puts a notch in the tang and this is done on purpose and is not an installation mistake.
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