Gyuto 245mm Shirogami #1 Wrought Iron Clad Ku Kasumi Kiritsuke but the original Damascus or

but the original Damascus or crucible steel (Wootz)

This stone is not really for repair work or re-setting the burr

The handle is made from a beautifully figured piece of Macassar ebony

and ergonomic with subtle blade focused beauty

Gyuto 245mm Shirogami #1 Wrought Iron Clad Ku Kasumi Kiritsuke but the original Damascus orShirogami #1 clad in ancient wrought iron, finished with a rustic black kurouchi and a lovely hazy kasumi polish. Simon's forged geometry is very impressive, shallow flat ground bevels with the blade narrowing towards the spine for a improved cutting performance. Premium fit and finish remains the focus with a beauty that is more than just skin deep. A pure steel with amazing edge qualities, the shirogami #1 steel blade is ground on a water wheel for