Nao Yamamoto AUS8 Hammered Petty-Utility 160mm Black Pakka wood HandleNao Yamomoto Born in 1979. After serving Masami Azai's (Echizen Marukatsu) apprenticeship, went thru further apprenticeship with Kamotou Hamono in Takefu. Several years ago, once again, worked with Mr. Azai and inherited his techniques and 'Echizen Marukatsu' inscription. Nao Yamamoto is most noteworthy blacksmith today. Manufactures from kitchen knives to short sword and his talent is seen in wide area. Selecting stainless like VG10 Damascus, or

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Weight: 121g (4

Knife Type: Sazae Opening

Knife Type: Petty 80mm

Weight: 118g (4

Rust Prone)

Blade Hardness: HRC 60-61

Length: 205mm (8

Thickness: 18mm

Handle Length: 113mm (4

Blade Height: 32mm (1