KAMOTOU SG2 DAMASCUS KUROZOME SANTOKU 180MM WENGE HANDLE
Shiro Kamo is one of the Dentou-Kougeishi (伝統工芸士) in Takefu knife village, Fukui prefecture and the 2nd generation of KAMOTOU HAMONO which was established in 1955, and they have forging and sharpening over 40 years.
SG2 powdered steel is a super hard high-performance steel used by many top makers in Japan, the high alloying of this metal gives it very impressive edge retention. This workhorse collection is ideal for professional use and will sail through general prep with ease without too frequent re-honing. The Japanese traditional octagonal handle are well finished and very comfortable in the hand, the scales are made from wenge wood.
Edge Angle: Double Bevel
Blade Length: 180mm
Total Length: 315mm
Weight: 132g
Hardness: 64HRC
Steel: SG2
Handle: Octagonal Wenge wood
Saya/ Sheath: Not included
Corrosion Resistance: Fully Stainless