Nao Yamamoto Silver Steel No.3 Nashiji Bunka 180mm Walnut 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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When sharpening the knife

- Easy to dry so that can be used soon after washing

we can’t guarantee that all sheath goes with other knives

HRC: 62-63

Steel Type:  Blue steel #2 (Not stain resistant)

so it will lasts for a long time

Blade Length: 76mm (3")

a Japanese waterstone manufacturer from Niigita province in Japan

Knife Type: Kengata Gyuto

Specifications:

It is very affordable knife considering its specification