Sakai Takayuki Gintan Ginsanko Yanagiba 270/300mm Ho-wood Handle
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$359.95
he Gintan (銀鍛) is a K&S special order from Takayuki that has a improved overall package, such as a teak handle and hand engraved kanji, yet maintains a very competitive pricing.
The Ginsanko is basically the stainless version of white 2 steel. Has a bit over 1% Carbon content, the steel gives great sharpness, edge retention and toughness. It is perfect for those looking to give Japanese traditional Yanagiba a try but fear about the relative high maintenance of carbon steel.
Measurements
| 270 mm | 300 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 212 g |
| Total Length | 411 mm | 439 mm |
| Tip to Heel Length | 261 mm | 290 mm |
| Blade Height at Heel | 34.2 mm | 37.0 mm |
| Width of Spine Above Heel | 3.3 mm | 3.3 mm |
| Width of Spine at Middle of Blade | 3.3 mm | 3.3 mm |
| Width of Spine at about 2cm from tip | 1.0 mm | 1.0 mm |
Steel type: Ginsan with stainless cladding
Hardness (HRC): 60-61
Maintenance:
- Hand wash and wipe dry, NO DISHWASHER
- Please use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver
- Hand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives
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