Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus santoku 170mm starter established in 1948

established in 1948

0mmWeight: 151gEdge/bevel: 50:50Handle: western Hand orientation: ambidextrousSaya/ sheath: Not included⎯Note:a

Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives

While mainly focused on vegetable tasks

Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus santoku 170mm starter established in 1948The Shigeki Tanaka R2 damascus santoku is a handcrafted Japanese knife forged by blacksmith Shigeki Tanaka. It features a blade made from R2 steel, known for its excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance. The damascus pattern on the blade is etched to enhance the contrast of the layered steel. As a santoku knife, this excels in a variety of kitchen tasks. It's particularly well suited for slicing, dicing, and mincing vegetables, as well as