Moritaka Hamono Aogami Super 95mm Kawamuki Ryky Tran Mark: In Japanese Kanji "Sakai

Mark: In Japanese Kanji "Sakai Takayuki" (堺孝行)

Craftsman: Katsushige Anryu

The upgrade from a UD (unidirectional carbon) to 3k weave pattern increases structural strength (not that the UD version needed it)

For those looking for such a finish

who has been certified as a traditional knife craftsman at the age of 44

Moritaka Hamono Aogami Super 95mm Kawamuki Ryky Tran Mark: In Japanese Kanji "SakaiAs a niche alternative to the more popular Petty knife, this miniature, versatile kawamuki (peeler knife) is especially good for paring fruit, vegetables, or chopping seasonings. Hand forged with Aogami Super core steel using Moritakas signature Warikomi construction, heat treated to 64 HRC, with a medium rough Kurouchi finish and kasumi on the grind. Fairly flat grind with thinness behind edge Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin.