Japanese kitchen knife, Long Gyuto 360 mm, Yoshimura 東京 善? 村 最 上 MEIHO.
Made in Japan around 1970-1980. The knife was completely cleaned and sharpened. It has small scars and scratches, but it is not problematic or on the blade. Hand forged by the Honeyaki method from a solid piece of high carbon steel, with minimal impurities, making the knife as hard as possible.
Large universal kitchen knife. It was designed for cutting big fish. Of course, cutting of bones and tendons is not recommended. A great gift for a collector or a professional connoisseur!
The handle is made of solid rosewood (Rose Wood). Installation - Full Tang waybill. The shape of the handle is made in classical European style.
Knife length 510 mm. \ 20,0"
Blade Length 360 mm. \ 14,2"
Blade Width 69 mm. \ 2,7"
Blade Thickness 2,5 mm. \ 0,09"
Weight of the knife 383 gr \ 13,7 oz.
Note that the knife has been cleaned, has pitting scars, spotting, scratches, grind/use marks.
It is quite sharp. After working keep it dry after use!
