Shigeki Tanaka Blue #2 Gyuto 240mm core-gs-semi-stainless Type F: Minke whale fin

Type F: Minke whale fin blade

Now made by Yoshimi Kato

fantastic fit and finish and one of the most distinctive tschime finishes around

It's a superb all rounder and if you're not rushing to buy it by the time you've finished reading we'd be amazed

Shigeki Tanaka Blue #2 Gyuto 240mm core-gs-semi-stainless Type F: Minke whale finForged in the workshop of Shigeki Tanaka with a subtle migaki finish and relatively thick blade that subtly tapers all the way down to its fine tip and a slightly convex grind giving a heavier workhorse feel to assist the thin cutting edge. Balanced just in advance of the heel, this knife is fitted with a walnut and black buffalo handle.