Korin Inc Masamoto HMA-AHYA-EE-270 Yanagi Knife, 10-1/2" Blade, Right-Handed, Single-Sided Edge, Forged Blue Carbon Steel, Ebony Handle

SKU: HMA-AHYA-EE-270 GTIN: 811789011404
$1,386.00

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The Masamoto Ao-ko Hongasumi HMA-AHYA-EE-270 is a 10.5-inch (27 cm) right-handed yanagi knife with a single-sided edge. Its forged blade combines blue carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel, with an ebony wood handle and water buffalo horn bolster.

  • Includes a say/cover.
  • Made in Japan.
  • Carbon steel may discolor or rust when exposed to moisture or acidity.

Overall Dimensions:

10.5"D

Ao-ko Hongasumi blade

The blade is made from a combination of blue carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel.

Single-sided edge

The knife has a single-sided edge for right-handed use.

Forged construction

The blade is forged as part of the Ao-ko Hongasumi construction.

Ebony handle

The handle is made from ebony wood.

Say/cover included

A say/cover is included.

Water buffalo horn bolster

The knife has a water buffalo horn bolster.

Carbon steel care

Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust.

Type Yanagi knife
Blade length 10.5 in (27 cm)
Hand orientation Right-handed
Blade edge Single-sided
Blade material Blue carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel
Construction Forged
Handle material Ebony wood
Bolster material Water buffalo horn
Hardness HRC 62-63
Sharpening Advanced
Included item Say/cover
Country of manufacture Made in Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

The blade is 10.5 inches (27 cm) long.
Yes. It is specified for right-handed use and has a single-sided edge.
The forged blade combines blue carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel.
It has an ebony wood handle.
Yes. A say/cover is included.
It is made in Japan.
Yes. Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust.

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