Masamoto Sohonten Hongasumi White 2 Yanagiba 270 mm KS0427The 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 and iron clad. 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. Masamoto Sohonten, the undisputed king of Japanese kitchen knives, has

Grit: 8000

and manufactured in Niigata

but in a rate that is much slower than the DMT

Blade length:79mm

more stability

- The monofilaments that deter contamination are used for the binding strings

Fine: clean up small surface rust or refinish blade surface

and detailed tip work such as scoring or picking

Nagura Stone Included

Handle material:

Simply slide onto knife to use

Since each stone comes with its own Nagura Stone