Masamoto Sohonten Hongasumi White 2 Petty 165mm KS4216The Masamoto Shiro ko Hongasumi: The much loved KS line from Masamoto Sohonten. This line is the most popular line from Masamoto, forged with Hitachi Shiro ko (White 2) steel. With only carbon added, the white steel is the most pure form of steel allowing extreme sharpness yet very easy to sharpen. The KS line has better fit and finished compared to the KK line. The double bevel line of the KS series is a monosteel construction. Masamoto Sohonten, the

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445 mm  Tip to Heel Length

Manufactured by Tsuboman

Long time favoriate by many

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This traditional kiritsuke features a 230mm edge length

6mm at mid

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450 mm  Tip to Heel Length