Hideo Kitaoka [Left Handed] White Steel No.2 Damascus Deba 180mm Shitan HandleHideo Kitaoka Born in 1950, knife smith Hideo Kitaoka works in Takefu Village, Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture. From a young age Kitaoka began learning his craft from his father and now specializes in traditional single bevel knives. Keeping with tradition, Hideo Kitaoka forges his blades from high carbon steel for the finest edge quality. The superior craftsmanship resonates throughout the body as you use these knives, making you the envy of sushi

Heat Proof Temperature: -30〜80℃

* The method of engraving: laser engraving

Weight: 66g (2

-Tanaka Shigeki-

Steel Type:  White steel No

Do not place a hot pan on the surface of the cutting board this can cause the board to melt

Having given sharpening demonstrations and acted as a lecturer in France

Blade Thickness: 6mm (0

Weight: 147g (5

Thickness: 20mm

matte finish is applied after polishing and razor sharp blades are always considered by the artisans producing these knives

Blade Hardness: HRC 67