Shigeki Tanaka R2 Damascus Gyuto 240mm with Ironwood handle sakai-takayuki Shibata san designed this knife

Shibata san designed this knife to be slightly different to the rest of the Iron Clad range

the santoku is a versatile chef knife with a lot of cutting power

performance and a price that's hard to beat for anyone looking for a versatile and nimble larger gyuto to take their food prep to the next level

The bunka is a great all rounder offering good height clearance and the flatter profile is ideal for those who push cut and the k-tip is ideal for more intricate work - a very versatile knife

it brings together the quality and beauty of Japanese steel with a more familiar Western shaped handle

Shigeki Tanaka R2 Damascus Gyuto 240mm with Ironwood handle sakai-takayuki Shibata san designed this knifeA superb example of design and performance in this sensational mid sized gyuto from Tanaka san, the layering in the steel and balance of the blade make paired with an excuisite full tang desert Ironwood handle make this both a fabulous knife and real collectors piece.