Another collaboration between Tanaka and K&S Customers. Why I say it is the result of K&S customers? Because only with the help of my fellow customers that I am able to convince Tanaka-san about the genuine need in the market of this Blue 2 with stainless clad line. This line is the latest work between me and Tanaka-san, so combined with previous feedback from customers, the B2 stainless line has the following features:
* Much anticipated Blue 2 core with stainless clad
* Kanji reads Shinko Shigeki Made, with Shinko being the K&S house brand, showing this is a genuine collaboration between Tanaka and K&S.
* Nashiji finish is quite special to Tanaka knives, gives a very unique rustic feel
* K&S treatment with rounded spine and choil
* Able to customize handle design
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Always thought that Tanaka blades are great value with poor F&F? Think again!
For a long time I tought the same, and this is the reason I was not able to fully commit on carrying all the other ranges of Tanaka knives other than the western R2 line. For a long time, I wish I could offer the great value and cutting performance of Tanaka knives with a much improved F&F, and I finally done it: I am proud to offer you the K&S Tanaka knives. Same maker, same great cutting performance, same unbeatable value, but a much better overall finished Tanaka.
So what I have achieved?
- Rounded spine and choil a standard, no more harsh edge;
- An awesome newly designed K&S semi-custom handle a standard.
- Same great value!
Measurements
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Weight |
98 g | |
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Total Length |
280 mm | |
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Tip to Heel Length |
152 mm | |
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Blade Height at Heel |
32.4 mm | |
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Width of Spine Above Heel |
2.9 mm | |
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Width of Spine at Middle of Blade |
1.9 mm | |
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Width of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip |
1.0 mm | |
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Steel |
Blue 2 core with stainless clad |
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Hardness |
62-63 HRC | |
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Handle Design |
K&S Ebony handle | |