Masamoto KS shirogami#2 kamagata usuba 180mm ltst so texture and coverage vary

so texture and coverage vary from blade to blade

Blade height at heel: 53mm

Small voids in the wenge handles are natural characteristics of this wood species and not defects

ensuring that the tradition and standards associated with Higonokami knives are preserved

it's worth noting that it's thin behind the edge with some nail-flexing edge

Masamoto KS shirogami#2 kamagata usuba 180mm ltst so texture and coverage varyA 180mm KS Honkasumi Kamagata Usuba 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