Sakai Takayuki White 3 Japan Kinse Yanagiba 240mm Petty providing the strength necessary to

providing the strength necessary to manoeuvre around bones and cut through joints without flexing

since three sons and a couple apprentices are also working for him there (source)

It is best to soke the 5000 for about 5 minutes before use

Hardness (HRC): 59-60

270 mm 300 mm 330 mm Weight 213 g 255 g 283 g Total Length 422 mm 452 mm 482 mm Tip to Heel Length 260 mm 290 mm 321 mm Blade Height at Heel 34

Sakai Takayuki White 3 Japan Kinse Yanagiba 240mm Petty providing the strength necessary toThe Sakai Takayuki Japan Kinse line is a special offering from Sakai Takayuki. White three carbon steel provides a guarantee for good cutting performance. The unique lettering gives it a more unique appearance. The polishing of the details is also excellent. Measurements Measurements Weight 138 g Total Length 380 mm Tip to Heel Length 230 mm Blade Height at Heel 31. 3 mm Width of Spine Above Heel 4. 0 mm Width of Spine at Middle of Blade 3. 0 mm Width