Minamoto Akitada Blue Steel No.2 Petty-Utility 150mm Magnolia Handle

Minamoto AkitadaMinamoto Akitada was founded in 1872 and has since been dedicated to upholding traditional techniques to create high quality cutlery. Their knives cut clean and smooth making them popular not only throughout Japan but chefs worldwide recognize their superior performance. Specifications: Knife Type: Petty-Utility Steel Type: Blue Steel No.2 (Carbon Steel, Rust Prone) Blade Hardness: HRC 61-62 Blade Type: Double beveled blade Blade Length: 150mm (5.9") Blade Height: 30mm (1.2") Blade Thickness: 2.7mm (0.1") Ferrule Material: Water Buffalo Horn Handle Material: Magnolia Handle Length: 115mm (4.5") Weight: 87g (3.1 ounces) Use and Care - Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break. - Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. - Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade. - Do not use a dishwasher to clean your knife.