Usuba · 180mm
Masahiro Stainless Wa-Bocho Usuba 180mm
正広 — 関 (Seki)
$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