Maker: Yoshimi Kato
Series: Ginsan Nashiji
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Shape: Gyuto (Chef's Knife)
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: Ginsan (Silver #3) Stainless Steel
Hardness: 61-62 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Nashiji ("Pear Skin")
Mark: Engraved ("Yoshimi Echizen")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Cherry with Black Pakkawood Ferrule
Blade Length: 8.25" (210mm)
Edge Length: 8.1 (205mm)
Blade Height: 1.7" (45mm)
Handle Length: 5" (127mm)
Overall Length: 14.2" (360mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.6mm at Heel
Weight: 5.3 oz. (152g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: D-705