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Masahiro VC 150mm hankotsu
¥11,000 JPY
¥11,000 JPY
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Specifications

Crafted in Seki, Japan, this Masahiro Hankotsu features a 150mm blade made from proprietary ZCD-U carbon steel. Designed for butchery tasks, the monosteel construction provides durability with a 70:30 edge bevel. The reinforced laminated wood handle ensures a secure grip during use.

About Masahiro

Masahiro is a Japanese knife manufacturer based in Seki, established in 1948. As one of the "big three M" brands alongside Misono and Masamoto, it produces professional-grade knives through continuous refinement of steel compositions and forging techniques.

Details

  • Brand/Maker: Masahiro
  • Location: Seki, Japan
  • Knife Type: Hankotsu
  • Construction Type: monosteel
  • Steel Category: carbon steel
  • Steel Type: ZCD-U (Masahiro proprietary steel)

Blade & Handle Specs

  • Total Length: 255mm
  • Blade Length: 150mm
  • Blade Height at Heel: 29mm
  • Spine Thickness:
    • At Bolster: 2.8mm
    • Middle: 2.2mm
    • 1cm from the Tip: 1.4mm
  • Weight: 188g
  • Edge/Bevel: 70:30
  • Handle: reinforced laminated wood
  • Hand Orientation: right-handed
Shipping & Returns

• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL
• Ships within 24-48 hours
• Online tracking included
• 30-day returns on unused items
Details

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
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