SAKAI KAISEN Shiro-ko Edo Usuba

These knives are made from Hitachi white #2 high carbon steel from top blacksmiths in Sakai.  All craftsmen involved in making these knives are certified Sakai knife makers called Dento Kougeishi. Style:  Edo Usuba Knife Bevel:  Single Sided Steel Type:  Carbon Steel Material:  Shiro-ko (White #2) Blade Hardness:  62-63 HRC Classification:  Honkasumi Finishing:  Mirror Polished Spine and Heel Handle Material:  Magnolia Wood Bolster Material:  Water Buffalo Horn (color varies) Saya Cover:  Magnolia Saya Included