This is the new edition. Just like the old version, it is still very thin behind the edge but it is now heftier and has a workhorse-y grind. It kinda reminds us of other workhorses like Kato kurouchi.
Construction type: Steel: Hitachi shirogami #2 / white #2 Steel type: carbon
Overall length: 352mm Blade length (heel to tip): 203mm Blade height at heel: 45.7mm Spine thickness at handle: 4.0mm Spine thickness at heel: 3.6mm Spine thickness at middle: 2.5mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 0.9mm Weight: 183g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal walnut with black pakkawood ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Reminder: Japanese knives, like this Yoshihiro kurouchi shirogami #2 gyuto knife, demand careful handling. Check out our care guide for expert tips.
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Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Care Guide