Maker: Yoshimi Kato
Series: Forged Ginsan
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Shape: Santoku
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: 6.7" (170mm)
Blade Height: 46mm
Handle Length: 5" (127mm)
Overall Length: 12.2" (310mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.0mm at Heel
Weight: 5 oz. (144g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: D-2302
