Nao Yamamoto SG2 Damascus Migaki Finished Nakiri 165mm Rosewood (Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood) HandleNao Yamomoto Born in 1979. After serving Masami Azai's (Echizen Marukatsu) apprenticeship, went thru further apprenticeship with Kamotou Hamono in Takefu. Several years ago, once again, worked with Mr. Azai and inherited his techniques and 'Echizen Marukatsu' inscription. Nao Yamamoto is most noteworthy blacksmith today. Manufactures from kitchen knives to short sword and his talent is seen in wide area. Selecting stainless like VG10 Damascus, or

yet full functionality such as handle holders

Not only are they stylish to look at

Steel Type: Plastic ()

Knife Type: Small Bunka

Blade Height: 93

Handle Material: Micarta Handle

he is a young blacksmith with a promising future

never soak stones with #800 grits and higher in water

Handle Length: 98mm (3

Ferrule Material: Ebony

Weight: 458g (16

and shows enough rigidity when in bridging