Hideo Kitaoka [Left Handed] White Steel No.2 Damascus Deba 180mm Shitan Handle Petty-Utility never soak stones with #3000

never soak stones with #3000 grits and higher in the water

In 1945 research into stainless steels was still fairly limited

Kita-B2-YA240

Weight: 266g (9

Weight: 239g (8

Hideo Kitaoka [Left Handed] White Steel No.2 Damascus Deba 180mm Shitan Handle Petty-Utility never soak stones with #3000Hideo Kitaoka Born in 1950, knife smith Hideo Kitaoka works in Takefu Village, Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture. From a young age Kitaoka began learning his craft from his father and now specializes in traditional single bevel knives. Keeping with tradition, Hideo Kitaoka forges his blades from high carbon steel for the finest edge quality. The superior craftsmanship resonates throughout the body as you use these knives, making you the envy of sushi