The Tabata Blue #2 Nakiri knife measures about 185mm on the edge. Crafted by hand and hammer-forged by Tabata Hamono, this exquisite blade hails from a quaint blacksmith shop on Tanegashima Island, nestled to the south of Kyushu's Kagoshima Prefecture. This knife features stainless cladding for effortless maintenance and a beautifully rendered kasumi finish. We at Chefknivestogo are honored to be the first US distributor for this distinguished brand. Explore and discover its unique charm.
Each knife is made by hand so measurements will vary.Blacksmith: Tabata Hamono
Brand Name: Tanegashima
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Location: Tanegashima, Japan
Edge Steel: Blue #2 (Aogami #2)
Cladding: Stainless Clad
Bevel: Double Bevel
Edge Grind: Even
Finish: Kasumi
Handle: Oak Octagonal with Black Painted Ferrule
Weight: 8.2 oz (234 g)
Edge Length: 185 mm
Total Length: 325 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 4 mm
Blade Height: 48 mm
Each knife is made by hand so measurements will vary.
