Sukenari HAP40 Hairline Slim K-tip Gyuto 240/270 mm

Measurements 

	240 mm	270 mm
Weight	190 g	220 g
Tip to Heel Length	234 mm	260 mm
Blade Height at Heel	43 mm	47 mm
Width of Spine Above Heel	2.6 mm	2.6 mm
Width of Spine at Middle of Blade	2.4 mm	2.5 mm
Width of Spine at about 1 cm from tip	1.1 mm	1.2 mm

 

Steel type: HAP-40 core with stainless clad

Hardness (HRC): 65-66

Handle Design: K&S Teak wood handle. Optional handles available.  

 

Based on the succesful ZDP189 line, master Hanaki adapted the next generation powdered stainless steel from Hitachi Special Steel. Compared the ZDP189, the HAP40 has less carbon content but offers even higher rockwell hardness hence offering even better edge retention. The HAP40 also offer better toughness compared to the ZDP189. This is the choice for those looking for the absoute best steel for edge retention.