Maker: Yoshimi Kato
Series: Minamo SG2
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Shape: Bunka
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: SG2 Powder Stainless Steel
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Tsuchime ("Hammered")
Engraving: Machine Engraved ("Yoshimi Echizen")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle: Full-Tang Stabilized Karin (Chinese Quince Wood)
Bolster: Two-Piece Bolster (Nickel Silver)
Handle Decor: Two Mosaic Pins
Blade Length: 6.7" (170mm)
Edge Length: 6.85" (174mm)
Blade Height: 48mm
Handle Length: 4.65" (118mm)
Overall Length: 11.8" (300mm)
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2.1mm at Heel
Weight: 6.3 oz. (178g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand. Not dishwasher safe.
Item number: YK-SGM-S170-WQ
