Shigeki Tanaka, Aogami #2 Santoku 165(ST-4005) sanmai and ready to wipe up

and ready to wipe up whatever goes down

CPM 154 powdered metallurgy steel has uniform distribution of carbides to take and hold an excellent edge

* Removes grit

these hefty blades are their chef's knife

Shigeki Tanaka, Aogami #2 Santoku 165(ST-4005) sanmai and ready to wipe upCrafted in Miki City by master bladesmith Shigeki Tanaka, this santoku blade delivers exceptional cutting performance with a distinctly Japanese character. Forged from premium steel and finished by hand, it offers superb edge retention, a fine cutting feel, and the kind of attention to detail that has made Tanaka san one of the most respected smiths working today. The Knife The santoku profile excels as an all purpose kitchen knifeperfect for slicing