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Masahiro Stainless Wa-Bocho Usuba 180mm
$60 / ¥9,000

Masahiro's stainless usuba is a rare find — a single-bevel usuba made from stainless steel rather than traditional carbon steel. This makes it significantly easier to maintain while still offering the precision of a true usuba. An excellent training knife for those learning katsuramuki technique without worrying about rust.

Type Usuba (薄刃)
Steel molybdenum
Brand 正広
Blade Length 180mm
Weight 210g
Hardness 57-58 HRC
Handle Wa (Japanese)
Origin Seki (関)
Best For vegetables

Key Features

  • Stainless steel single-bevel usuba — rare
  • Easy to maintain — no rust concerns
  • True usuba precision without carbon hassle
  • Ideal training knife for katsuramuki
  • Made in Seki by Masahiro

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