A 165mm KS honkasumi ai-deba from Masamoto Sohonten. The KS series, a popular choice among collectors and culinary professionals alike, features a high-grade shirogami#2/white#2 core steel and a higher level of refinement compared to the KK series. Heat-treated to 62-63 HRC, this steel excels in attaining remarkable hardness without excessive brittleness. The blade seamlessly integrates with a classic d-shaped magnolia handle adorned by a black horn ferrule.
The ai-deba, slightly thinner and lighter in comparison to the hon-deba, proves exceptional for filleting medium-sized fish. Its lightweight nature positions the ai-deba as a preferred choice due to its enhanced maneuverability. When compared to the 165mm KS deba, it emerges as approximately 25% lighter and 20% thinner along the spine.
Overall length: 311mm Blade length (heel to tip): 169mm Blade height at heel: 44.8mm Spine thickness at handle: 5.9mm Spine thickness at heel: 5.4mm Spine thickness at middle: 4.5mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 3.0mm Weight: 191g
Edge/bevel: single bevel Handle: d-shaped magnolia with horn ferrule Hand orientation: right-handed Saya/ sheath: Not included
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Masamoto KS shirogami#2 ai-deba knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please note that there may be slight variations in the measurements of handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
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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
