Yoshihiro Mizu Honyaki Shiroko White Steel #2 Mirror Polished Namiukashi Gyuto Japanese Chef Knife with Triple Nickel Silver Ring Ebony Handle
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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
- 65 HRC
- Stain Resistant
- No
- Saya Cover
- Free Magnolia Saya Cover Included
Full Specifications
Blade
- Knife Type
- Gyuto (Chef Knife)
- Primary Use
- All-purpose / General kitchen prep
- Blade Metal
- White Steel #2
- Grade
- Shiroko Honyaki
- Construction
- Mono-Steel
- Blade Hardness
- 65 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Double Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Mirror
- Stain Resistant
- No
Handle
- Handle Material
- Ebony
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Triple Silver Ring Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
If you'd like to order this knife, please contact us at info@echefknife.com.
Experience the unparalleled craftsmanship of our Yoshihiro Mizu Honyaki Gyuto Knife, a testament to the extraordinary skill of our master artisans, many of whom possess over 50 years of experience in the traditional art of Japanese sword making. Each handmade knife is forged from the highest quality White Steel #2, ensuring exceptional performance in the kitchen. The Mizu Honyaki process involves meticulous pure water quenching, resulting in a blade with a remarkable hardness of 65 on the Rockwell scale, balancing refined hardness with the resiliency needed for consistent performance.
The artistry of this knife is evident in its stunning polished mirror finish, capturing incandescent wisps of light across the blade's edge, known as Hamon. The Yoshihiro Mizu Honyaki Gyuto Knife is complemented by a traditional Japanese-style Premium Ebony handle adorned with a Triple Nickel Silver Ring bolster, providing both comfort and elegance. Each knife includes a protective wooden sheath called a "Saya," which safeguards the blade while enhancing its aesthetic appeal. This Saya is brush-coated with a non-toxic lacquer made from organic tree saps in Japan for added protection and beauty.
As the most versatile and essential knife in any chef's collection, the Gyuto knife is perfect for preparing delicious meals with wholesome ingredients. Whether dicing, slicing, or chopping fresh produce from a farmer's market or carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, the Yoshihiro Mizu Honyaki Gyuto Knife elevates even the simplest tasks. Embrace the blend of aesthetics and functionality with this handcrafted piece, cherished in your kitchen for years to come.
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.