Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Kurozome Damascus Bunka collection-nakamura-kaishin-aogami The Hakata knife is a

The Hakata knife is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife from the Hakata region of Fukuoka

LARGE: Designed for gyuto and other larger chef knives with blade 240mm and longer - Length: 138mm | Weight: 72g

while the embedded “dot-grid” guide helps even beginners maintain a consistent sharpening angle

while the sturdy Western handle offers superb control

A striking kiritsuke tipped yanagiba from Nigara Hamono's "Anmon" line

Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Kurozome Damascus Bunka collection-nakamura-kaishin-aogami The Hakata knife is aThe Ryuhyo kurozome damascus bunka is a little taller than many and with it's laser profile and exceptionally thin tip, this is a superbly finished all rounder capable of general prep tasks as well as intricate work on smaller ingredients. This knife is balanced just around the end of the handle where it meets the blade.