Mr. Tanaka hammer-forged this blade from Ginsan stainless steel. It is very good at taking and holding a sharp edge and sharpens more easily than many other stainless steels. A softer Damascus cladding is applied to protect and strengthen this hard-edged steel, and it is finished with a near mirror polish and hand-engraved by Mr. Tanaka himself.
A traditional octagonal-shaped walnut handle makes the package complete and gives the knife a great look.Brand: Matsubara
Blacksmith: Tanaka San
Location: Nagasaki, Japan
Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
Steel: Ginsan
HRC: 62+-
Cladding: Stainless Damascus, Polished Finish
Engraving: Hand Engraved
Weight: 7.0 oz (198 g)
Edge Length: 212 mm
Total Length: 360 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2 mm
Blade Height: 60 mm
Handle Type: Walnut Octagonal
A traditional octagonal-shaped walnut handle makes the package complete and gives the knife a great look.
