Yoshimi Kato (aka. Yoshimi Katou) is a renowned blacksmith in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, and the 3rd generation Kato. Head of Kato Uchihamono, formerly known as Kintaro, Mr. Kato has apprenticed under his father - 2nd generation blacksmith - Hiroshi Kato for many years before taking over the family business. Mr. Kato is a master of heat-treating high-end steels such as SG2 and Aogami Super. His hand-forged Damascus is mesmerizing and his tsuchime finish aesthetically pleasing. Kato knives have a great reputation for being the finest example of Echizen craftsmanship.

Handcrafted Kato Yoshimi R2/SG2 gyuto with a Tsuchime (hand hammered) finish, and an equally special limited edition hand-crafted cherry wood handle made by the renowned Japanese knife handle maker Sadao Nishihara.

Features:

• Crafted by renowned blade maker Yoshimi Kato and wood worker Sadao Nishihara
• Hammered San Mai blade with an SG2 core coming in at 63 HRC
• Japanese Cherry Wood Handle

This is a pre owned knife. The knife pictured is the actual knife for sale. Comes in the original packaging with all accessories.

Specifications:

• Blade Material: San Mai
• Grind: Double-edged Blade (50/50 Grind)
• Hagane (Core Steel): R2/SG2
• Jigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel
• Hardness: 63 HRC
• Finish: Hand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened
• Blade Length: 210mm (8.3") / 240mm (9.4")
• Blade Height (at heel): 47mm / 52mm
• Handle Material: Cherry Wood & Stainless Bolster
• Weight: 201g (7.09oz)