Kichiji Aogami-2 Edo Usuba 210mm Magnolia Octagonal Handle
This is the Kanto style of Usuba, the name literally means “thin edge” as this shape is particularly thin behind the edge to facilitate exceptionally fine vegetable preparation. Hammer forged in Aogami-2 clad with soft iron and fitted with an octagonal Magnolia and Buffalo horn handle. Aogami has superior edge retention due to the addition of tungsten in the steel. This knife is made in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, renowned to produce single bevel knives.
Edge Angle: Single Bevel (for right-handed users)
Blade Length: 210mm
Total Length: 360mm
Weight: 270g
HRC: 64±1
Blade Material: Yasuki Aogami-2 Iron Clad
Handle Material: Magnolia Wood Octagonal Shape/Buffalo Ferrule (Ferrule colour varies and may not match the one pictured)
Saya / Sheath: Included
Rust Resistant: NO
* Please dry thoroughly to avoid rust!!