Yoshimi Kato Forged Ginsan Stainless Clad 9.4" Kiritsuke Gyuto

Maker: Yoshimi Kato
Series: Forged Ginsan
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Shape: Kiritsuke Gyuto

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: 9.4" (240mm)
Edge Length: 9.4" (240mm)
Blade Height: 1.9" (48mm)
Handle Length: 5.4" (138mm)
Overall Length: 15.6" (395mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.8mm at Heel
Weight: 6.6 oz. (186g)

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

Item number: D-2314