Masamoto Sohonten Kasumi White 2 Series Deba 165 mm KK2016 195 mm This is a ceramic stone

This is a ceramic stone

these handles are the "better" ones from Japan

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

Masamoto Sohonten Kasumi White 2 Series Deba 165 mm KK2016 195 mm This is a ceramic stoneThe 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