Tessen by Yamatsuka Tamahagane Damascus Santoku  165mm Wild Cherry Handle

Tessen by Yamatsuka Tamahagane Damascus Santoku 165mm Wild Cherry Handle

$1,690.00
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Tessen by YamatsukaTatara steelmaking is an ancient Japanese method that has been passed down for over 1400 years. Tamahagane, is a type of special steel made in a Tatara (a clay tub furnace) which is now used as a material for Japanese swords with high artistic value. This knife is made from the precious Tamahagane. The number of craftsmen who carry on the Tatara steelmaking is decreasing, and only the small amount of kitchen knives can be made using Tamahagane.Specifications:Knife Type: SantokuSteel Type: Tamahagane (Carbon Steel, Rust Prone)Blade Hardness: HRC Blade Type: Single edged bladeBlade Length: 165mm (6.5")Blade Height: 48mm (1.9")Blade Thickness: 3.2mm (0.1")Ferrule Material: Black Pakka woodHandle Material: Wild CherryHandle Length: 133mm (5.2")Weight: 160g (5.6 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 bla

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