Mazaki Shirogami #2 Migaki 8.25" Gyuto

Brand: Mazaki
Maker: Naoki Mazaki
Origin: Sanjo, Japan
Shape: Gyuto (Chef's Knife)

Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: Shirogami #2 (White Carbon Steel)
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kasumi Migaki ("Hazy Polish")
Engraving: Hand Engraved ("Mazaki")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)

Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony with Blonde Buffalo Horn Ferrule

Blade Length: 8.25" (210mm)
Edge Length: 8.5" (216mm)
Blade Height: 2" (50mm)
Handle Length: 5.4" (138mm)
Overall Length: 14.3" (365mm)
Spine Thickness: 4.7mm at Heel
Weight: 7.0 oz. (201g)

Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). This knife has a full carbon steel blade and cladding. It will rust if not cleaned and dried promptly after use. Any rust that forms should be removed. Over time, if cared for properly, this knife will develop a beautiful and protective patina.

Item number: MZ-S2M-G210-EWB