Nao Yamamoto VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm Black Pakka wood HandleNao Yamomoto Born in 1979. After serving Masami Azai's (Echizen Marukatsu) apprenticeship, went thru further apprenticeship with Kamotou Hamono in Takefu. Several years ago, once again, worked with Mr. Azai and inherited his techniques and 'Echizen Marukatsu' inscription. Nao Yamamoto is most noteworthy blacksmith today. Manufactures from kitchen knives to short sword and his talent is seen in wide area. Selecting stainless like VG10 Damascus, or

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Handbook on Japanese knives and Sharpening Techniques

Weight: 97g (3

High-quality stainless steel blades provide a clean and sharp cut to any vegetable

Steel Type: AUS-6

Great for potatoes

solid grip

Weight: 211g (7

Steel Type: Tamahagane (Carbon Steel

Weight: 254g (9 ounces)

Blade Thickness: 4mm

The blade can chip or break