Posted on 2024-04-28
Product description
Blade by Japanese Blade Smith Masashi Yamamoto in Shirogami 2 Iron Clad. Black Kurouchi with Nashiji pattern. Unused with Custom made Irish Walnut Root Handle with Thuja Ferrule made by myself. Very nice thin grind and finish of the blade by Masashi Yamamoto. Large knife and handle suited for medium to large hands. Handle is 140mm long on top and 130mm at the bottom. Tall Gyuto: 56 mm at the heel, cutting edge is 242 mm long. The slightly larger handle gives a secure grip and is well suited for a pinch grip too: Everything is rounded and no sharp corners. There is ample knuckle clearance Balance is right at the pinch grip: 25 mm in front of the handle. Weight is 270g.
Condition
- Unused (new item)
In original packaging?
- Yes
Country of manufacture
- Japan
Brand/Blacksmith
- Other
Blade shape
- Chef's knife (Gyuto)
Blade length (mm)
242Steel category
- Carbon steel
Steel type
- Shirogami #2
Steel hardness (HRC)
- 63
Handle material
- Natural (wood)
Seller's return policy
- Domestic returns only (5-day Return Policy)