Shigeki Tanaka Silver Steel No.3 Nashiji Petty-Utility 150mm Walnut Handle

Shigeki TanakaThe young Shigeki Tanaka is a skilled craftsma from Miki, Hyogo. His passion for creating knives is as hot as the forge used to make them and to see him hammer steel in to knives is spectacular. Tanaka started training and making knives in Takefu, Fukui. Since, he has created many blades under his brand "Shigeki-saku. With his radial design and beautiful craftsmanship, his knives are loved by people all over the world.Specifications: Knife Type: Petty-UtilitySteel Type: Silver Steel No.3 (Stain resistant steel)Blade Hardness: HRC 59-61Blade Type: Double edged bladeBlade Length: 150mm (5.9")Blade Height: 32mm (1.3")Blade Thickness: 2.2mm (0.087")Ferrule Material: Pakka woodHandle Material: WalnutHandle Length: 119mm (4.7")Weight: 76g (2.7 ounces)Use and Care- Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break.- Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.- Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.- Do not use a dishwas