Shungo Ogata SG2 Sujihiki 240mm Shitan Handle

Shungo Ogata

Shungo Ogata is a young craftsman at Takefu Knife Village in Fukui Prefecture. He started out as a computer programmer and later became a knife craftsman. He is well known for his careful finishing that pursues sharpness and functional beauty. Having given sharpening demonstrations and acted as a lecturer in France, he is one of the craftsmen whose future activities are exciting to follow.



Specifications:
Knife Type: Sujihiki
Steel Type: SG2 (Stain resistant steel)
Blade Hardness: HRC
Blade Type: Double beveled blade
Blade Length: 240mm (9.4")
Blade Height: 40mm (1.6")
Blade Thickness: 2mm (0.1")
Ferrule Material: Pakka wood
Handle Material: Shitan
Handle Length: 134mm (5.3")
Weight: 124g (4.4 ounces)

Use and Care
- Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break.
- Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.
- Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.
- Do not use a dishwasher to clean your knife.