This is a wrought iron gyuto with 1.2519 core. This steel is similar to aogami #2. This knife has a Kasumi finish done by myself on Japanese natural stones. Kasumi finishes are not very common among western makers. They take a lot of time, but the end result is absolutely worth it. It also provides an easily thinned knife. The wrought iron polishes extremely well on japanese natural stones. The handle of this knife is composed of Camphor burl and a ferrule of red Amboyna. This knife would be a perfect candidate for kasumi polishing on Japanese natural stones due to the already stone worked bevels. The wrought iron on this knife was sourced from an antique wagon wheel. The polish was finished on my ohira suita. I would consider this more of a workhorse grind.

Spine Measurements:
Out of the handle: 7.06mm
Above Makers Mark: 2.39mm
Middle: 1.66mm
4cm from tip: 1.43mm
2cm from tip: 1.33mm
Weight: 236g