Korin Inc Masamoto HMA-KZYA-270 Yanagi Knife, 10-1/2" Blade, Right-Handed, Single-Edge, Forged Carbon Steel, Magnolia Wood Handle

SKU: HMA-KZYA-270 GTIN: 4562208179316
$1,327.20

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The Masamoto x Korin Kizuna HMA-KZYA-270 is a 10.5-inch (27 cm) right-handed yanagi knife with a forged carbon steel #1 blade and single-edge construction.

It features an octagonal magnolia wood handle with red wood rings and a Kizuna logo, plus a water buffalo horn bolster and end cap. Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust.

Overall Dimensions:

10.5"D

Carbon steel #1 blade

The forged blade is identified as carbon steel #1, also described in the product documentation as white carbon steel #1.

Single-edge yanagi design

The knife is a right-handed yanagi with a single-side edge and single-edge bevel.

100% handmade construction

The product specifications identify the knife as 100% handmade.

Magnolia wood handle

The octagonal handle has red wood rings and a Kizuna logo.

Water buffalo horn fittings

A water buffalo horn bolster and end cap are specified.

Care consideration

Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust on the carbon steel blade.

Brand Masamoto
Manufacturer Korin Inc
Knife type Yanagi
Blade length 10.5 in (27 cm)
Blade material Carbon steel #1 (white carbon steel #1)
Edge configuration Single-edge
Edge finish Smooth
Hand orientation Right-handed
Construction Forged
Craftsmanship 100% handmade
Bevel Single edge
Hardness HRC 63-64
Handle material Magnolia wood
Handle shape Octagonal
Handle details Red wood rings and Kizuna logo
Bolster and end cap Water buffalo horn
Sharpening Advanced Yanagi
Country of origin Made in Japan
Steel care Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust

Frequently Asked Questions

The blade is 10.5 inches (27 cm) long.
Yes. The product is specified as right-handed.
Yes. It has a single-side edge and single-edge bevel.
The blade uses forged carbon steel #1, described in the product documentation as white carbon steel #1.
The handle is octagonal magnolia wood with red wood rings and a Kizuna logo.
Yes. The product documentation states that moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust.

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