228mm Honyaki / Bubble pattern Gyuto
Blade length: 228mm
Blade height: 55mm (at the heel)
Blade thickness: 4,4mm -> 1mm (measured 3cm from the tip)
Overall length: 375mm
Weight: 206g
Steel: 26c3 carbon steel + stainless dots
Bolster: Aluminum
Handle: Stabilized Karelian Birch
The blade is forged out of 26c3 "spicy white" carbon steel. It has convex geometry and tapers at the spine from 4,4mm (near the handle), 2mm (middle), 1mm (3cm from the tip).
There is a visible hardening line on the blade. The blade was cooled to a certain point - the light part of the blade is hard, the "grey" part remained soft.
Knife care
Note! The blade is made of carbon steel (not stainless) - it may rust and there will appear colorful patina on the blade. Check the "knife care" section for information about the maintenance.