Hatsukokoro / Miyazaki Kajiya "Ryusui" ATS-34 Damascus Kirtsuke Gyuto with Wenge Buffalo Horn Handle Blade Length:210mm 3") / 240mm (9

3") / 240mm (9

Blade Height (at heel): 45mm

Sugimoto opened its first shop - Tokyo Sugimoto Tsukiji (東京 杉本 築地) in the bustling ally of Tokyo Tsujiki Outer Market in 1948 when the 2nd generation Sugimoto - Mr Koji Sugimoto took over the family business

The knife is forged beautifully with Kurouchi (blackened blade) and Kasumi (hazy line) finishing in Aogami Super carbon steel that provides an immense harness of 63-64 HRC

which is heat-treated to 62 HRC with superior edge retention

Hatsukokoro / Miyazaki Kajiya "Ryusui" ATS-34 Damascus Kirtsuke Gyuto with Wenge Buffalo Horn Handle Blade Length:210mm 3") / 240mm (9The "Ryusui" name pays homage to the damascus pattern that winds its way along the blade, resembling a swiftly flowing stream. This ATS 34 stainless Kiritsuke Gyuto is built to last, with a substantial weight and exceptionally sharp taper grinding. Representing the pinnacle of Japanese knife making, it is a testament to the expertise of its makers. An iconic camellia flower stamp on the back of the blade signifies the blade's superior quality. Spec: