White 2 Gyuto

223x53mm gyuto in white 2 with mulit-layer iron cladding. The cladding etches with a beautiful gradient of grey through the layers. Convex grind with thin edge and sharp distal taper for ultimate performance. Polished spine and choil with satin, hand polished bevels with some forge finish and etched to highlight the steel pattern. The handle is Ziricote with heirloom aged brass bolster. Tech specs: Steel: Hitachi White 2 core with mulit-layer nickel and iron cladding Tested Hardness: 62 HRC Total length: 365mm Length of cutting edge: 223mm Blade height at heel: 53mm Handle length: 134mm Spine thickness - Above heel: 4.4mm Midway: 2.4mm 10mm before tip: 0.2mm Weight: 199g Please note this is a high hardness, keen edged high performance knife and as such care must be taken to protect the edge (i.e. please do not cut frozen foods). ***Prices include Tariffs for USA Customers. I will pay these to my shipping provider at time of posting.