SAKAI KAISEN Ginsan-ko Kiritsuke

These knives are made by a top blacksmith in Sakai, Osaka from Ginsan-ko (Silver #3) steel and are rust and stain resistant. Ginsan-ko steel has 13% chromium and high carbon content which allows for easy maintenance and great cutting performance. They take a great edge and are easy to sharpen and maintain. All craftsmen involved in making these knives are certified Sakai knife makers called Dento Kougeishi. Style: Kiritsuke Knife Bevel: Single Sided Steel Type: Stain Resistant Steel Material: Ginsan-ko (Silver #3) Blade Hardness: 61 HRC Classification: Honkasumi Finishing: Mirror Polished Spine and Heel Handle Material: Yew Wood Bolster Material: Water Buffalo Horn (color varies) Saya Cover: Magnolia Saya Not Included