Japanese eel bone slicer knife with engraved blade and yew wood handle.

Yoshihiro Aonamiuchi Hamokiri 270mm Japanese Eel Bone Slicer Knife Artisan Hand Engraved Unagi Nobori Climbing Eel Yew Handle Limited Edition

10.5" (270mm)
$1,499.99 USD
Sale price  $1,499.99 USD Regular price 
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Japanese eel bone slicer knife with engraved blade and yew wood handle.
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Yoshihiro Aonamiuchi Hamokiri 270mm Japanese Eel Bone Slicer Knife Artisan Hand Engraved Unagi Nobori Climbing Eel Yew Handle Limited Edition

SKU:

AOHMUN270YH
$1,499.99 USD
Sale price  $1,499.99 USD Regular price 
Blade Length 10.5" (270mm)

High-Carbon Care

This item is made from high-carbon steel. It offers excellent sharpness but can rust or develop a patina if not kept dry and properly maintained.

Blade Hardness
64 HRC
Stain Resistant
No
Saya Cover
Free Magnolia Saya Cover Included
Full Specifications

Blade

Knife Type
Hamokiri (Eel Bone Slicer)
Primary Use
Filleting & butchery (fish, poultry, meat)
Blade Metal
Blue Steel #1
Grade
Artisan Engraved Aonamiuchi
Blade Hardness
64 HRC
Blade Edge Type
Single Bevel
Blade Finish
Plain
Stain Resistant
No

Handle

Handle Material
Yew
Handle Shape
Octagonal
Bolster Material
Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
Tang Type
Partial Tang
Product Details

This knife is part of a limited edition, handcrafted with exceptional skill by our master artisans. Featuring Aoko Blue Steel #1 with a hardness rating of 64 on the Rockwell scale, it showcases intricate wave-like patterns forged with iron, demonstrating the high level of expertise required to create knives that excel in both performance and beauty. The term Namiuchi, meaning "wave forged," reflects the harmonious blend of aesthetics and quality craftsmanship that defines these exquisite tools.

Our handmade Yoshihiro Aonamiuchi knives are crafted with meticulous attention to detail, resulting in high-quality knives that are indispensable in any kitchen. The Blue Steel #1, forged with iron to create stunning mist patterns, emphasizes refined forging and polishing techniques, ensuring each knife is not only functional but also a work of art.

The term Unagi nobori captures the essence of rapid ascendance, akin to an eel climbing upstream to reach its breeding grounds. This expression highlights the growing popularity and value of a product, akin to the determination of eels that become difficult to catch due to their slippery nature.

Complementing the blade is a traditional Japanese-style handcrafted Yew Tree wooden handle, designed in an octagonal shape and affixed with a Water Buffalo horn bolster. The Hamokiri is a large slicing knife traditionally utilized for chopping small, thin fish bones, loosening the fillet for serving as Sashimi. The Hamo translates to pike conger, making this knife an essential tool for chefs who value both tradition and functionality in their culinary practices.

Care & Origin
Country of Origin
Japan
Care Instructions
Hand wash only.
Dry immediately.
Avoid the dishwasher.
Sharpening Method
Sharpen by hand using whetstones. Do not use honing rods.

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