Kichiji Shirogami-1 Mizu-Honyaki Sakimaru Takohiki Knife 330mm
Hammer forged from single piece of shirogami-1 with mirror finished and Nami-Bokasi / Hamon on both side, Mizu- Honyaki (water quenched steel) made by master craftsmen Genkai Masakuni (or his next generations) in Sakai city Osaka renowned for producing single bevel cutlery. The Handle is made from Ichi wood / Japanese Yew with a Buffalo horn ferrule. Takohiki is the Kanto style Sashimi knife used for almost all the same preparation as a Yanagiba in Kansai style.
Edge Angle: Single Bevel (for right-handed users)
Blade Length: 330mm
Total Length: 493mm
Weight: 299g
HRC: 65±1
Blade Material: Yasuki Shirogami-1
Handle Material: Ichii Wood/Buffalo Ferrule (Ferrule colour varies and may not match the one pictured)
Saya / Sheath: Included
Rust Resistant: NO
* Please dry thoroughly to avoid rust!!