Hatsukokoro Ginyo 210mm Gyuto Ginsanko Damascus Ebony Handle

Hand forged in Takefu by blacksmith  Yoshihiro Yauji with a ginsanko stainless core and a hammer marked suminagashi damascus cladding. 

These have a very thin grind behind the edge for smooth cutting but are best suited for those familiar with the demands of a Japanese knife. No twisting or scraping the edge and especially no cutting bones or other hard items. 

This knife has a hard steel core with a softer stainless damascus cladding for added durability. Even though it is stainless do not leave wet. Hand wash & dry, no dishwasher. Hardwood-end grain or softwood long grain cutting boards are preferred; avoid bamboo and plastic cutting boards.

Brand: Hatsukokoro Ginyo
Smith: Yoshihiro Yauji
Producing Area:  Echizen, Fukui, Japan
Profile: Gyuto
Size: 210mm
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Steel: Ginsanko Stainless 
Handle:  Octagon Ebony 
Total Length: 354mm
Edge Length: 210mm
Handle to Tip Length: 221mm
Blade Height: 48mm
Thickness: 2.4mm
Handle Length: 134mm
Weight: 177g
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous