Naniwa Chosera #800 petty knife Japan by Yoshikazu Ikeda for

Japan by Yoshikazu Ikeda for the Ittosai Kotetsu brand

8mmWeight: 174gEdge/bevel: 50:50Handle: octagonal oakHand orientation: ambidextrousSaya/ sheath: Not included⎯Note:a

this knife showcases a unique gyakuchoji hamon pattern—setting it apart from the wave hamon typically seen on honyaki knives

Overall length: 375mm

characterized by its straight blade edge and squared-off tip

Naniwa Chosera #800 petty knife Japan by Yoshikazu Ikeda forThe Naniwa Chosera #800 is an excellent medium stone and a longtime favorite among sharpening enthusiasts. Its known for the quality of the edge it produces and for the distinctive feedback that makes it easy to control your sharpening strokes. Many users rely on it as their main mediumgrit stone because it balances cutting speed, refinement, and feel in a way that stands out from other stones in this range. In terms of grit rating, the Chosera #800