Sakai Takayuki Ginga ZA-18 Damascus Nakiri 165mmThe GINGA (Galaxy) line from Sakai Takayuki has a stunning mirror finished 69 layer damascus finish cladding, with latest alloy core ZA 18, developed by Aichi Steel Co. With 1. 2% Carbon, 18% Chromium and additional 1. 8% Cobalt, ZA 18 with typical HRC 61 63 can reach high sharpness, excellent edge retention and extra strong to bending and breaking. Measurement 165mm Weight 148 g Total Length 315 mm Tip to Heel Length 165 mm Blade Height at Heel 45. 4

The foaming resin used in the interior gives its lightweight feature

The unique lettering gives it a more unique appearance

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The blade features 25 layers of forged damascus on each side displaying ripple markings distinctive to Nigara's original Anmon technique

195 g  Total Length

VG10 steel with Teflon coating

one pair of short sides were much longer than the other pair when in theory they should be (close to) identical

By engraving his name Naohito on to the knivves

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200 mm  Blade Height at Heel