Shizu Hamono - Shikisai Miyako Damascus Santoku 165mm

Specifications

• Blade Material 33-Layer Damascus Steel (Core: High-carbon molybdenum vanadium steel AUS8 | Outer: Low-carbon martensite steel SUS1A-1)

• Handle Laminated Wood Handle (Multi-layered reinforced wood)

• Knife Type Fish & Meat Cleaver / Santoku

• Dimensions Total Length: 297mm | Blade Length: 165mm | Weight: 157g

Miyako Damascus Steel Series

A revival of the medieval Syrian treasure. By combining mirror-polishing and sandblast finishing with the legendary craftsmanship of Seki city bladesmiths, we have brought the blade's soul to life with vivid clarity.

Exceptional cutting performance is born from a craftsman’s unwavering persistence. The R-shaped handle design provides the ultimate experience in stability and ergonomic comfort.

What is Damascus Steel?

Originating from Wootz steel in India and forged by skilled Syrian artisans, this precious material was introduced to the European world during the medieval Crusades. It has since become the universal symbol of the world's most resilient and powerful blades.

The Miyako series features a core of AUS8 (Hardness: HRC 58.5). It is reinforced on both sides with 8 layers each of SUS410 and SUS430 stainless steel using a cross-cladding process. The resulting 33 layers ensure that every single knife possesses its own unique, one-of-a-kind Damascus pattern.