Yoshimi Kato Forged Ginsan Stainless Clad 5.9" Petty

Maker: Yoshimi Kato
Series: Forged Ginsan
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Shape: Petty (Utility Knife)

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: 5.9" (150mm)
Edge Length: 5.7" (147mm)
Blade Height: 1.2" (30mm)
Handle Length: 5" (127mm)
Overall Length: 10.8" (275mm)
Spine Thickness: 2.9mm at Heel
Weight: 2.6 oz. (75g)

Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).

Item number: D-2301