Takeshi Saji R-2 Custom Diamond Damascus Wild Series Special Order Made “Extra Large Kiritsuke 270mm” (Brown Stag Bone Handle, SSS-2)

Master Saji has now been making knives for over 40 years and has become highly experienced in his art.

After testing and evaluating a very reputable Powdered Metallurgy High Speed Tool Steel, called “R-2” (Manufactured by Kobelco), he decided to produce an exciting new range of this traditionally hammer-forged Damascus kitchen knife using this modern ‘super steel’.

Mirror Polished R-2 Damascus blade, which features unique ‘random Damascus’ pattern, which Master Saji calls “Diamond Damascus”. It is handcrafted using a complex series of forging processes and undergoes a specially formulated acid etching and polishing process. When combined, these techniques produce a unique Damascus blade, which has an uneven surface texture that sparkles beautifully, like a cluster of cut diamonds. 

This knife fitted with Brown Stag Bone handle scales and polished ellegant Brass bolster and rivets, which match the energetic style of the Damascus blade.

Each knife also comes with a suitable Handcrafted Magnolia Wooden Saya and Takeshi Saji Original Wooden Saya boxes.

This very unique and wild and aggressive design Custom Kiritsuke 270mm was a special order request from a famous Chef in San Francisco, United States and only 3 Pieces are available.

“Extra-Large Kiritsuke 270mm”. The wider and larger size of the kiritsuke blade makes heavier weight balance and sturdy blade. Takeshi Saji’s wild and aggressive taste and appearance of Hammer Forged R-2 Custom Diamond Damascus Kirisuke Blade has a similar blade profile to the ‘regular’ Gyuto, but it has what is commonly known as a ‘reverse tanto’ tip, or ‘clipped point’, which is very useful for precision cutting.

Specification

Knife Model: Takeshi Saji R-2 Custom Diamond Damascus Wild Series Special Order Made “Extra Large Kiritsuke 270mm”

Blade Material: R-2 Nickel Diamond Damascus

Rockwell Hardness (HRc): 62 to 63

Blade Grind and Edge Shape: Double Bevel Edge 50/50

Handle Material: Brown Stag Bone Handle with Brass Bolster

Saya Included: Yes.