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Ebony-handled Japanese vegetable chef knife with silver ring and polished blade
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Yoshihiro Ginsan Mirror Polished Stain Resistant Edo Usuba Traditional Japanese Vegetable Chopping Chef Knife Ebony Handle with Silver Ring

SKU:

GIUSEDMI195SVEH
$599.99
Sale price  $599.99 Regular price 
Blade Length
63-64 HRC
Yes
Free Magnolia Saya Cover Included

Blade Hardness

HRC (Rockwell Hardness) measures how hard the blade's steel is. Kitchen knife steel typically falls in the high-50s to mid-60s on this scale. Harder steel is built to hold a fine edge over long use, while softer steel favors flexibility and easy resharpening. The right HRC depends on the steel and design, not a single higher-is-better number.

Stain Resistant

This steel resists rust and staining from moisture and acidic foods, making it easy to maintain with routine care.

Saya Cover

This knife comes with its saya cover included at no additional cost, shaped to its exact blade for the same custom fit customers pay extra for on other knives.

Full Specifications

Blade

Knife Type
Usuba (Vegetable Knife)
Primary Use
Vegetable cutting
Blade Metal
Ginsan (Silver 3) Steel
Grade
Mizu Yaki
Construction
Mono-Steel
Blade Hardness
63-64 HRC
Blade Edge Type
Single Bevel
Blade Finish
Mirror
Stain Resistant
Yes

Handle

Handle Material
Ebony
Handle Shape
Octagonal
Bolster Material
Silver Ring Ironwood
Tang Type
Partial Tang
Product Details

The Yoshihiro Ginsan Edo Usuba knife is reminiscent of a small cleaver, featuring a blunt tip that is particularly handy for tasks like cutting the eye out of a potato. Hefty enough to chop through dense root vegetables, this versatile knife can also thinly slice delicate tomatoes with ease. Enjoy the superior edge retention and sharpness of a high carbon knife without the worry of discoloration or rust. This next-generation steel, made possible by recent advancements in metallurgy, is designed to excel in high-paced, demanding kitchens while minimizing the hassle of oxidation.

Ginsan represents a breakthrough in knife-making, blending traditional techniques with modern metallurgy. It incorporates high carbon steel with stain-resistant metallic elements, resulting in a Rockwell hardness of 63-64. This unique combination offers the benefits of traditional Japanese high carbon knives while providing the practical properties of stainless steel. Forged by our master artisans, Ginsan steel is crafted to create Japanese knives of the highest quality, delivering peace of mind in fast-paced environments.

Our Yoshihiro Ginsan Mirror Polished knives are complemented by a traditional Japanese-style handcrafted Ebony Wood Handle with an Ironwood Bolster. Each knife comes with a protective wooden sheath called a Saya, which not only safeguards the blade but also enhances its appearance when not in use.

The Edo Usuba is quickly becoming an essential companion to the popular chef's knife. Whether you're prepping greens for a salad or chopping vegetables for a main dish, this traditional Japanese vegetable knife elevates even the simplest tasks, blending beauty with functionality in every cut.

Care & Origin
Country of Origin
Japan
Care Instructions
Hand wash only.
Dry immediately.
Avoid the dishwasher.
Sharpening Method
Sharpen by hand using whetstones. Do not use honing rods.

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