MINAMOTO-KANEMASA M-series knives have Japanese high carbon steel blades made of NKS32, which provide excellent edge retention, HRC 59-60. The basic and simple shape handles are excellent grip and wear well. Full tang constructions with welded bolster for professional use. Proudly made in Seki city, Japan.
MODEL#
KC-720
JAN CODE (UPC)
4956856727201
SERIES
源兼正 MINAMOTO-KANEMASA M-series
MODEL NAME
源兼正 MINAMOTO-KANEMASA M-series 牛刀 GYUTOU 360mm
OVERALL LENGTH
about 500mm/19.69"
BLADE LENGTH
about 360m/14.17” (width : about 67mm)
BLADE THICKNESS
base : about 2.5mm (Thinning towards the tip)
BLADE STEEL
NKS32 high carbon steel (monolayer)
HRC
59-60
BLADE TYPE
牛刀 GYUTOU 360mm
HANDLE MATERIAL
Plywood w/Stainless steel bolster
WEIGHT
about 395/13.93oz.
SHEATH
(none)
ORIGIN
Japan
Kitasho Co., Ltd. was established in Seki City, Japan in 1964. Going back to the past, our ancestors were carrying on making cutlery and wholesaling since 1930. Seki city is located in the middle of Japan, where has been called “The City of Cutlery” in Japan and also overseas.
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