Yoshimi Kato SPG STRIX V-Hammered Kiritske Gyuto 210mm
Forged by Yoshimi Kato from Echizen, Japan.
This series is made from SPG Strix laminated in soft stainleess rated at 63hrc. SPG Strix is a newer steel from Takefu steel that was made to be similar to SG2 but increased sharpenability and wear resistance. The blade face has a V shaped tsuchime pattern to relieve surface tension and increase food release. These blades are lightweight and very performance focused. The blade is fit with an octagonal rosewood and maple ferrule.
Weight: 132g
Height at heel: 46.9mm
Spine thickness above heel: 1.5mm
Edge length: 212mm