{"product_id":"masamoto-ks-series-usuba-honkasumi-white-steel-no-2-vegetable-knife-180mm","title":"Masamoto KS Honkasumi White Steel No.2 Usuba Vegetable Knife - 180mm (7\")","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMasterwork of Traditional Honkasumi Forging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Masamoto KS Series represents the absolute pinnacle of traditional Japanese vegetable knives. Expertly hand-forged (Honkasumi) by master artisans, each Usuba undergoes additional rigorous steps in forging, quenching, and manual polishing compared to standard Kasumi knives. This relentless dedication results in a stunningly refined finish and legendary sharpness trusted by Michelin-starred chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePure White Steel No.2 Core (HRC 62-63)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged from premium Hitachi White Steel No.2 (Shirogami #2) clad with soft iron, this Usuba achieves an extraordinary hardness of HRC 62 to 63. Celebrated for its extreme purity, this high-carbon steel delivers an aggressive cutting bite and superior edge retention, while remaining remarkably easy to resharpen on whetstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRazor-Sharp Single Bevel for Precision Cutting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a traditional Single Bevel Edge, this 180mm Usuba features a perfectly flat profile designed specifically for precision vegetable prep. It is the ultimate tool for traditional Japanese techniques like Katsuramuki (rotary paper-thin peeling), precise dicing, and julienning. The surgical precision of the edge prevents cell damage to vegetables, locking in their natural juices, crunch, and vibrant colors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnolia Wood Handle with Natural Horn Ferrule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrue to centuries-old traditions, this knife is balanced with an ergonomic, lightweight D-shaped Japanese magnolia wood handle. It is beautifully crowned with a genuine water buffalo horn ferrule (bolster), providing a secure, slip-resistant grip for extended kitchen shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masamoto KS Wa Usuba (Vegetable Knife)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hitachi White Steel No.2 (High Carbon Steel)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e HRC 62-63\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Bevel Edge (Right-Handed)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e D-shaped Magnolia Wood with Water Buffalo Horn Bolster\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade 180mm (7\") | Thickness 4mm | Width 44mm | Weight 200g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand Wash Only (Wipe completely dry immediately after use to prevent rust. Saya not included).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Masamoto Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45917529080007,"sku":"KS6108","price":20200.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/6217\/3383\/files\/masamoto-ks-usuba-165mm-vegetable-knife-white-steel-no2-180mm_c76d68af-e65c-4795-962b-b7934aabf5ea.webp?v=1777633788","url":"https:\/\/kyotolux.com\/en-ph\/products\/masamoto-ks-series-usuba-honkasumi-white-steel-no-2-vegetable-knife-180mm","provider":"KyotoLux","version":"1.0","type":"link"}