In Japanese the word for hammered is "tsuchime" and the word for damascus is "suminagashi." These beautiful knives, made by Tsunehisa, use both these techniques to deliver a gorgeous blade with excellent stainless steel performance. This santoku is the best seller in the line.
Brand: Tsunehisa
Location: Tosa, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Cladding: Stainless
Edge Steel: VG10 Stainless Steel
Edge Grind: Even
Finish: Hammered, Damascus
Edge Length: 185mm
Height: 45mm
Spine Thickness: 2mm
Weight: 4.7oz / 137g
Handle: Sandalwood, Oval
Ferrule: Black Pakkawood
Gapped Machi: Tokyo Style (see photos).
