This unique line of knives is made by a number of talented knife makers, including San-Etsu hamono in Seki. The zdp-189 line is simple, slick and just works like a charm.  zdp-189 high speed powder steel, which can attain a Rockwell Hardness of 67+. In layman’s terms, it’s insanely hard steel that gets wicked sharp and holds an edge like nothing else.

Steel: ZDP189                                                                                                                   HRC: 67

Construction: Stainless Cladding 

Length: 210x47mm 2.1mm Spine at heel *

Finish: Machine Polish

Blacksmith: Hatsukokoro