Sakai Takayuki Gintan (銀鍛) Ginsanko Yanagiba 300mm Left-handed

The Gintan (銀鍛) is a K&S special order from Takayuki that has a improved overall package, such as a ebony handle and hand engraved kanji, yet maintains a very competitive pricing.  The Ginsanko is basically the stainless version of white 2 steel. Has a bit over 1% Carbon content, the steel gives great sharpness, edge retention and toughness. It is perfect for those looking to give Japanese traditional Yanagiba a try but fear about the relative high maintenance of carbon steel.   Measurements   Measurements Weight  235 g Total Length 442 mm Tip to Heel Length 292 mm Blade Height at Heel 37 mm Width of Spine Above Heel  3.6 mm Width of Spine at Middle of Blade 3.3 mm Width of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip 1.0 mm   Maintenance:  Hand wash and wipe dry, NO DISHWASHER Please use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver Hand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives