Hideo Kitaoka Blue Steel No.2 Damascus Kakugata Usuba 165mm Shitan Handle Red Pakka wood Founded in 1958

Founded in 1958

Weight: 76g (2

Steel Type: VG10 (Stain resistant steel)

Weight:42g (1

Hideo Kitaoka Blue Steel No.2 Damascus Kakugata Usuba 165mm Shitan Handle Red Pakka wood Founded in 1958Hideo 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