Katsushige Anryu is the forth generation blacksmith family in Echzien with history going back to 1870s. He is the head smith of the Takefu Knife Village and has been forigng knives for most of his life after graduating from high school in 1959. We are proud to present you his signature: hammered pattern Aogami #2 line.
Measurements
| 170 mm | |
| Weight | 126 g |
| Total Length | 310 mm |
| Tip to Heel Length | 169 mm |
| Blade Height at Heel | 44.1 mm |
| Width of Spine Above Heel | 3.8 mm |
| Width of Spine at Middle of Blade | 1.8 mm |
| Width of Spine at about 2cm from tip | 0.9 mm |
Steel: Hitachi Blue 2 Core with Stainless Cladding
Hardness: HRC 62-63
Handle Design: K&S Ebony Handle with options