Japanese Kyusakichi "Usuba Hocho" Laminated Knife - 170 mm Blade

This Japanese Kyusakichi "Usuba Hocho" Laminated Knife is kitchen knife designed for slicing vegetables. The blade has a 6-1/4" (170 mm) long cutting edge & is suitable for slicing & cutting tasks of firm vegetables. 2-1/16" wide blade. Laminated with high carbon & mild steel. Includes plastic sleeve for protection.   Made in Japan.

   Yoshida Hamono is a family-owned Japanese company with an age-long tradition in manufacturing state-of-the-art tools and Japanese swords (katanas) by hand. Yoshida Hamono has a great deal of experience forging ZDP-189 steel in the traditional manner. The company has a smaller workshop in the Japanese town of Seki.

   Hardwick & Sons is pleased to offer quality tools from Japan for the many people who desire special & well-crafted tools. The wide variety of Japanese products that we offer come from the many craftsmen & toolmakers in Japan who have a special dedication to their skillful craft & art of toolmaking.