MASASHI KOBO Wa Gyuto 240mm (9 1/2") SLD Steel blade Sanmai-Uchi Stainless With Charred Oval Shaped Chestnut handle
[DESCRIPTION]
Masashi Yamamoto of Masashi Kobo is a master blacksmith in Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, who uses traditional techniques and is highly regarded by many knife enthusiasts for his outstanding craftsmanship. His careful, hand-crafted manufacturing process produces sharp, well-balanced knives, and his attention to detail shines through in everything from material selection to forging and finishing.
[PRODUCT SPECIFICATION]
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Hagane: Hitachi Steel Co. SLD stainless steel (SKD11) C:1.5%, Si 0.3%, Mn:0.4%, Cr:12%, Mo:0.9%, Vo:0.3%
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Blade Length; 9 1/2 inch (240mm)
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Handle Length; 5 3/4 inch (147mm)
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Total Length; 16 inches (405mm)
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Knife weight: 7.6 oz.
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The heel part of the spine width is 3mm (1/8 inch) wide.
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The width from the heel to the spine: 53mm (2 1/16inch)
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HANDLE; Charred oval shaped chestnut with Water Buffalo horn bolster
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BLADE; Hitachi SLD (high quality stainless steel that is used for die or tool or cutlery) with Sanmai Uchi (stainless iron cladding)