
Shigeki Tanaka 17-Layer Damascus Tanzo Yamagiba 270mm Urushi Lacquer Handle
Hammer forged by Shigeki Tanaka in Miki city, Gifu prefecture. Tanaka’s family forge has been operating for over a hundred years producing tools and cutlery, originally, they specialized in forging sickles. Made from a damascus laminate with VG-10 steel, VG-10 is a super steel made for cutlery in Japan and contains Chromium, Vanadium, Molybdenum and Cobalt. It is considered a “Super Steel” as it has exceptionally good wear resistance, sharpness, and hardness.
PAULOWNIA BOX PACKAGING
This knife comes with a handcrafted paulownia wood presentation box
Edge Angle: Single Bevel (for right-handed user)
Blade Length: 270mm
Total Length: 410mm
Weight: 280g
HRC: 61±1
Blade Material: VG-10
Handle Material: Urushi Lacquered Wood Handle
Saya/ Sheath: Not included
Kiri-Wooden Box: included
Rust Resistant: Yes