Kisuke x Xinguo ATS34 Gyuto Tsuchime Mirror Kasumi 210mm w Knife Guard

Kisuke x Xinguo ATS34 Gyuto Tsuchime Mirror Kasumi 210mm w Knife GuardThis Kisuke Manaka 210mm Gyuto features an ATS34 stainless steel core in warikomi construction and best fits enthusiasts or collectors seeking a hand forged Japanese chef's knife with traditional Sanjo craftsmanship. Forged entirely by fifth generation blacksmith Kisuke Manaka at his one man workshop, this blade utilises hon warikomi insert construction where the ATS34 core is hand welded into stainless cladding. The double bevel profile measures

This 240mm blade features ATS34 stainless steel clad in a sanmai structure with a migaki surface finish

Another key point is that the shears' take-apart design

this Kaijin line delivers functional performance through straightforward aesthetics without additional design features

425 mm  Tip to Heel Length

An octagonal WA handle crafted from stabilised birch burl provides a secure grip and balances the lightweight blade geometry

As one of few blacksmiths capable of consistently producing the Mt

Takayuki Shibata finishes these multi-region sourced knives to a consistent standard in Fukuyama

Steel: White 2 mono steel

unlike the traditional KING stones

9mm at the heel to 1

This reactive carbon core requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust

45% carbon