210mm Ryusen Blazen SG2 Western Deba

A western deba is shaped like a chef knife but it is significantly thicker.

Ryusen is arguably making the finest knives from the Echizen region of Japan. The fit and finish is unmatched.

Location: Echizen, Japan

Line: Blazen

Construction: Hand-forged san mai 

Edge Steel: SG2 Powdered Stainless Steel

Cladding: Stainless Steel

Finish: Migaki

Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)

Handle: Black pakkawood scales

Weight: ~340g

Blade Length: 210mm

Overall Length: ~336mm

Thickness at Heel: ~3.8mm

Blade Height: ~52.4mm

The best sharpening tools for Japanese knives are leather strops and fine whetstones.

Japanese chef knives are brittle and are designed for cutting soft tissue foods. High Carbon steel chef knives can rust if not kept dry.