Korin Inc Masamoto HMA-SKKU-210 Kamagata Usuba Knife, 8-1/4", Right-Handed, Single-Sided Carbon Steel Blade, Forged, Wood Handle

SKU: HMA-SKKU-210 GTIN: 811789011633
$436.80

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The Masamoto HMA-SKKU-210 is a Shiro-ko Kasumi kamagata usuba knife with a forged, single-sided blade combining white carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel.

  • Right-handed design with a smooth, single-sided edge
  • Magnolia wood handle and water buffalo horn bolster
  • Includes a say/cover
  • Made in Japan
  • Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust on the carbon steel blade

Overall Dimensions:

8.2"D

Shiro-ko Kasumi blade

The blade combines white carbon steel #2 with soft iron steel.

Single-sided edge

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

Forged construction

The knife is forged.

Traditional handle materials

The handle is magnolia wood with a water buffalo horn bolster.

Included say/cover

A say/cover is included.

Carbon steel care

Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust.

Knife type Kamagata usuba
Blade length 8-1/4 in (21 cm)
Handedness Right-handed
Edge Smooth, single-sided
Blade material White carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel
Steel type Carbon
Construction Forged
Handle material Magnolia wood
Bolster material Water buffalo horn
Included item Say/cover
Hardness HRC 62-63
Sharpening Advanced
Country of origin Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The HMA-SKKU-210 is specified as right-handed.
It has a forged, single-sided blade made from white carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel.
The handle is magnolia wood and the bolster is water buffalo horn.
Yes. It includes a say/cover.
It is made in Japan.
Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust.

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