Shigeki Tanaka R2 Damascus Gyuto 240mm with Ironwood handle sakai-takayuki the hammered finish really is

the hammered finish really is a sight to behold

An utterly spectacular gyuto from Nigara Hamono's famous Blue #2 Rainbow Damascus line

the santoku is a versatile chef knife with a lot of cutting power

it brings together the quality and beauty of Japanese steel with a more familiar Western shaped handle

Shigeki Tanaka R2 Damascus Gyuto 240mm with Ironwood handle sakai-takayuki the hammered finish really isA superb example of design and performance in this sensational mid sized gyuto from Tanaka san, the layering in the steel and balance of the blade make paired with an excuisite full tang desert Ironwood handle make this both a fabulous knife and real collectors piece.