Masamoto Sohonten Kasumi White 2 Series Deba 165 mm KK2016 195 mm 217 mm Blade Height at

217 mm  Blade Height at Heel

While it does not have a super high carbon content compared to say White steel or Blue steel

- All colors are registered on NSF

these handles are the "better" ones from Japan

213 mm  Blade Height at Heel

Masamoto Sohonten Kasumi White 2 Series Deba 165 mm KK2016 195 mm 217 mm Blade Height atThe Masamoto Shiro ko Kasumi: Forged with Hitachi Shiro ko (White 2) steel and iron clad. With only carbon added, the white steel is the most pure form of steel allowing extreme sharpness yet very easy to sharpen. The KK line suits users with limited budget but still wanted the same cutting performance as the KS line, they are also great for beginners wanting to try out the traditional Japanese single bevel knives. Masamoto Sohonten, the undisputed