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The KC-149 Usubagata features a Takefu Shiro-2 high carbon steel core/SUS410 stainless steel blade and a wood handle with stainless bolster. The usubagata is popular in Kyoto, perfect for vegetable preparation, and similar in design to the nakiri.
About the 2000 Series:
Knives of the 2000 series feature hon-warikomi-clad blades made of Takefu Shiro-2 high carbon steel cutting core and san mai SUS410 stainless steel. This composition provides excellent edge retention with a HRC 61 or more.
Specs
| Model: | Kanetsune KC-148 Usubagata |
| Made in: | Seki, Japan |
| Overall Length: | 290mm (11.42") long |
| Blade Material: | Takefu Shiro-2 High carbon steel core/SUS410 Stainless steel |
| Rockwell Hardness (HRC): | 61-64 |
| Blade Length: | 165mm (6.49") long |
| Handle: | Wood w/stainless bolster |
