Posted on 2026-05-14
Product description
I was lucky to recently acquire a Manaka from JNS — an amazing piece nonetheless. I’ve held it in hand a few times and admired it a few times, but decided it’s not for me. You’ve probably read all the recent NKDs, so there’s not much more to say.
Piece nr 9 and its BNIB.
Hell to Tip Length- 242mm
Blade Height at Heel- 59mm
Width of Spine at Handle- 3,9mm
Width of Spine at Middle- 2,5 mm
Width of Spine 1cm from the tip- 0,7mm
Weight 250g
This has to be the best feeling ebony handle I've ever held.
Condition
- Unused (new item)
In original packaging?
- Yes
Country of manufacture
- Japan
Brand/Blacksmith
- Other
Blade shape
- Chef's knife (Gyuto)
Blade length (mm)
240Product weight (g)
250Steel category
- Carbon steel
Steel type
- Aogami #1
Steel hardness (HRC)
- 63
Handle material
- Natural (wood)
Seller's return policy
- No returns (5-day Buyer Protection Return Policy for Eligible returns still applies)