Yoshimi Kato R2/SG2 Damascus Bunka 165mm with Black Persimmon Handle D

YK-R2-D-BU165BPD
$439.00 USD

Yoshimi Kato

Yoshimi Kato hand forges his knives in the town of Takefu, Fukui prefecture. After taking over the company from his father Hiroshi in 2017, Yoshimi continues to craft high quality knives. Kato goes abroad a few times a year to visit his loyal customers and gather feedback to improve his designs and functionality always striving for perfection.



Specifications:
Knife Type: Bunka
Steel Type: R2/SG2 (Stain resistant steel)
HRC: 62-63
Blade Type: Double edged blade
Blade Length: 165mm (6.5")
Blade Height: 46mm (1.8")
Blade Thickness: 1.8mm
Handle Material: Black Persimmon Handle
Handle Length: 128mm (5")
Weight: 113g (4 ounces)

Use & Care
- Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break.
- Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.
- Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.

More than a tool

A knife is a piece of art that a craftsman puts their heart & soul into.