Nao Yamamoto Silver Steel No.3 Nashiji Petty-Utility 150mm Walnut HandleNao Yamomoto Born in 1979. After serving Masami Azai's (Echizen Marukatsu) apprenticeship, went thru further apprenticeship with Kamotou Hamono in Takefu. Several years ago, once again, worked with Mr. Azai and inherited his techniques and 'Echizen Marukatsu' inscription. Nao Yamamoto is most noteworthy blacksmith today. Manufactures from kitchen knives to short sword and his talent is seen in wide area. Selecting stainless like VG10 Damascus, or

012 inch) to a thickness of 5 mm (0

knife handle maker

Blade Length: 165mm (6

horse mackerel

Blade Length: 330mm

Steel Type: AUS-10 45 Layer Damascus

2 (Carbon Steel

Weight: 260g (9

manufacturer of Japanese Waterstones from Nabatame

matte finish is applied after polishing and razor sharp blades are always considered by the artisans producing these knives

Sprinkle a little water only when sharpening

Weight: 298g (10