Posted on 2025-08-16
Product description
Very cool and hefty convex workhorse grind from Sakai Takayuki, forged by Itsuo Doi. Rather unique among Japanese knives for its substantial weight at 323g and tall at 56mm
Spine and choil have been rounded and polished, and blade thinned behind the edge. Patina was reset with uchigumori powder.
Dimensions: 246x56
Weight: 323g
Handle: Ebony + horn, wa, thick
Condition
- Very good (little to no signs of use)
In original packaging?
- Yes
Country of manufacture
- Japan
Brand/Blacksmith
- Sakai Takayuki
Blade shape
- Chef's knife (Gyuto)
Blade length (mm)
246Steel category
- Carbon steel
Steel type
- Aogami #2
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)
