Maker: Yoshimi Kato
Series: Forged Ginsan
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Shape: Nakiri
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: Ginsan (Silver #3) Stainless Steel
Hardness: 61-62 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Tsuchime ("Hammered")
Mark: Engraved ("Yoshimi Echizen")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Honduras Rosewood with Pakkawood Ferrule
Blade Length: 6.7" (170mm)
Edge Length: 6.3" (160mm)
Blade Height: 2" (50mm)
Handle Length: 5" (127mm)
Overall Length: 12" (305mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.7mm at Heel
Weight: 5.6 oz. (159g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: D-2303
