Shigeki Tanaka R2 Damascus Petty 135mm 50-100 The knife is made from

The knife is made from a core steel of ZDP-189

If you're in the market for a large gyuto from a world class blacksmith then look no further

Stunning layering of alternating brass and copper create a wonderful visual along the highly versatile bunka

Thankfully Nishida was prepared to make some for us and they are stunning

Fabulous looks and the unique matt migake tsuchime finish elevate this into the next level of awesome from Nigara Hamono

Shigeki Tanaka R2 Damascus Petty 135mm 50-100 The knife is made fromA superb example of design and performance in the mid sized petty from Tanaka san, the layering in the steel and balance of the blade make it a very useful smaller knife for a wide range of jobs in the kitchen.