Akigumo with SG2

Product Description for Akigumo with SG2

Maker: Kikuo Matsuda (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 96449
Blade length: 5.75 in.
Total length: 10.50 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.65 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.12 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.11 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.03 in.
Item weight: 6.40 oz.
Shipment weight: 10.8 oz.
Blade: Hamaguri-ba san mai blade with an SG2 powdered metallurgical stainless core and stainless linear damascus sides
Handle: Hand contoured black G10 handle with a lanyard hole on the end
Sheath: Kydex sheath with Tek-Lok belt clip
Description: Renowned Japanese knifemaker Kikuo Matsuda has been grinding blades for over 40 years and is a 5th generation knife grinder. His unique, dramatic grinds are well known throughout the knife industry. Over the years, Kikuo's skill at the grinder has become legendary.
Kikuo designed the Akigumo to be a versatile utility knife. The wide, thin hamaguri-ba blade makes it ideal for thin slicing. Kikuo uses this design to prepare food when he is out on fishing trips.
The expertly balanced blade is ground is made from Super Gold 2 powdered metallurgical damascus steel for its superior edge holding, ease of maintenance, and keenness. A long swedge travels along the spine. Kikuo's grind shows off the damascus pattern beautifully.
Hand contoured black G10 scales provide a sure, comfortable grip.
An all-around excellent choice as a utility blade for extended ventures into unknown territory!
Accompanied by a Kydex sheath.


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