{"product_id":"ittosai-kotetsu-white-2-fuguhiki-270mm","title":"Ittosai Kotetsu White #2 Fuguhiki 270mm (10.6\")","description":"\u003ch6\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mtckitchen.com\/collections\/ittosai-kotetsu\"\u003eIttosai Kotetsu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mtckitchen.com\/collections\/yanagi-sushi-knife\"\u003eYanagi (Sushi Knife)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e 270mm (10.6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e 4.9 oz (139g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/span\u003e 38.9mm (1.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSpine Thickness above Heel:\u003c\/span\u003e 2.8mm (0.1\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Steel Type:\u003c\/span\u003e White #2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHandle \u0026amp; Bolster Material:\u003c\/span\u003e Octagonal Magnolia Handle \/ Water Buffalo Horn\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eNote: Buffalo horn is a natural material, and it may be solid black, blonde or a mixture thereof. We make no guarantees and do not accept requests regarding the color or patterning of the buffalo horn.\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHardness:\u003c\/span\u003e 60-62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBevel Angle Ratio:\u003c\/span\u003e Single bevel (Right-Handed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCover:\u003c\/span\u003e Not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eBlade \u0026amp; Handle\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ittosai Kotetsu knife is made from White 2 steel and features a single bevel. This steel type is celebrated for making high-quality blades more accessible without compromising the excellence of materials. The blade's design facilitates streamlined sharpening, reducing production costs and offering a superior cutting experience. The octagonal magnolia handle is aesthetically pleasing and provides a comfortable grip, ensuring the knife feels balanced and easy to control during precise tasks. The well-polished spine and heel further enhance user comfort, making this knife a pleasure to use for prolonged periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eSteel Type\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite 2 steel is revered among chefs and knife enthusiasts for its exceptional balance between sharpness retention and ease of sharpening. With a hardness rating of 60-62 on the Rockwell scale, knives crafted from White 2 steel can achieve an excellent edge while remaining straightforward to sharpen. This makes them ideal for those who value performance and maintenance simplicity in their culinary tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAbout Ittosai Kotetsu\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1917 by the previous generation's Kusutaro Takahashi, Ittosai Kotetsu was named after \"Kotetsu,\" a renowned swordsmith of the Edo period, and \"Ittousai,\" the founder of the flourishing Ittoryu swordsmanship of the Edo period. Ittosai Kotetsu continues this tradition of excellence, focusing on the delicate balance between achieving peak sharpness and maintaining ease of sharpening in their knives. Each knife is a testament to the brand's dedication to quality, embodying over a century of Japanese craftsmanship and innovation. The Ittosai Kotetsu signature engraved on each knife is a seal of quality and an ode to a legacy that blends the art of traditional sword-making with modern culinary needs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi Kusu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43434920116314,"sku":"37191","price":298.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/9667\/8234\/files\/37191_Ittosai_Kotetsu_White_2_Fuguhiki_270mm.jpg?v=1780324294","url":"https:\/\/mtckitchen.com\/products\/ittosai-kotetsu-white-2-fuguhiki-270mm","provider":"MTC Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}