Hideo Kitaoka [Left Handed] White Steel No.2 Damascus Deba 180mm Shitan Handle Petty-Utility we can’t guarantee that all

we can’t guarantee that all sheath goes with other knives

Niigata prefecture

Collaborating with skilled smiths across Japan

In 1945 research into stainless steels was still fairly limited

Handle Length: 107mm (4

Hideo Kitaoka [Left Handed] White Steel No.2 Damascus Deba 180mm Shitan Handle Petty-Utility we can’t guarantee that allHideo 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