A classic single-bevel honesuki with a 159 mm blade.

Core steel: Shirogami #2 (White Paper #2)
Cladding: Iron (single-layer)
Edge length: 159 mm
Spine thickness at heel: 6.4 mm
Spine thickness at midpoint: 5.0 mm
Blade height at heel: 49 mm
Weight: 195 g

Forged in the renowned Shiraki workshop, this is a hand-forged, single-bevel honesuki made from Shirogami #2 carbon steel with a soft iron cladding. The edge is ground for right-handed users, and the blade features a thick spine that provides the correct geometry for a traditional single-bevel grind. Both the forging and sharpening are of consistently high quality, something that is especially evident in the exceptionally flat and well-finished ura (the hollow-ground back side), ensuring excellent contact with the sharpening stone.

The handle is made from D-shaped ho wood and fitted with a black buffalo horn ferrule, offering a traditional feel and excellent comfort during prolonged use.

Kataba is the Japanese term for single-bevel knives, and the Kataba series has been developed to meet the demands of professional users looking for a dependable knife that will perform reliably for many years.

Please note: Neither the core steel nor the iron cladding is stainless. Always dry the blade thoroughly immediately after use to prevent rust from forming.