Yoshihiro Mizu Honyaki White Steel #2 Mirror-Polished Namiukashi Kiritsuke Knife Ebony wood Handle & Saya
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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
- 64-65 HRC
- Stain Resistant
- No
- Saya Cover
- Free Magnolia Saya Cover Included
Full Specifications
Blade
- Knife Type
- Kiritsuke (Sword-Tip Knife)
- Primary Use
- All-purpose / General kitchen prep
- Blade Metal
- White Steel #2
- Grade
- Mizuhonyaki Namiukashi
- Blade Hardness
- 64-65 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Single Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Mirror
- Stain Resistant
- No
Handle
- Handle Material
- Ebony
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
The Yoshihiro Honyaki White Steel #2 Kiritsuke is the pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship, a true forged blade that mirrors the age-old art of Japanese sword-making. Honyaki—meaning "true forged"—is a rare technique practiced only by master artisans skilled in ancient methods passed down through generations. Crafted from a single piece of White Steel #2 with an impressive Rockwell hardness of 64-65, each knife undergoes a rigorous process of heating to extreme temperatures, quenching in water for strength, and polishing to a mirror finish, creating a blade of unmatched beauty and performance.
The Kiritsuke knife stands out as a versatile and iconic Japanese chef's knife, resembling a sword in both form and function. Its length allows it to slice through sushi and sashimi with the grace of a Yanagi, while the wider blade and sword-like tip provide the dexterity and precision needed for intricate tasks. This knife is as much a statement of aesthetic beauty as it is a high-performance culinary tool, elevating even the simplest tasks with unparalleled precision and control.
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.