Nigara Anmon (暗紋) SG2 Raindrop Damascus K-tip Petty Western 150mm Ironwood

Nigara Anmon (暗紋) SG2 Raindrop Damascus K-tip Petty Western 150mm IronwoodThe Nigara Anmon SG2 Raindrop Damascus K tip Petty Western 150mm is a stainless clad utility knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking precision detail work with distinctive Tsugaru forging aesthetics. This double bevel blade features an SG2 powdered steel core clad in 25 layers of forged damascus per side, displaying ripple markings characteristic of Nigaras original Anmon technique. The K tip profile provides a thinner, sharper point for

while remaining accessible for sharpening

SKD behaves similarly to carbon steel regarding edge keenness and sharpening response while offering greater resistance to corrosion through its semi-stainless composition

8mm at the heel to 0

210 mm 240 mm Weight 155 g 171 g Total Length 367 mm 412 mm Tip to Heel Length 218 mm 246 mm Blade Height at Heel 46

This 240mm gyuto profile suits general-purpose kitchen tasks including mincing

supporting tasks including mincing

Takefu SG2 powdered steel forms the core

R2 is a type of PM steel (Powder Metallurgy) that is long regarded as the best all-rounder steel for kitchen knives

The Blue 1 damascus line by Nakagawa offers great fit & finish

Has a bit over 1% Carbon content

and disjointing cuts

Made by Masamoto Sohonten in Tokyo