Kiritsuke knife with light saya and mirror-polished blade showing wavy hamon

Yoshihiro Mizu Honyaki White Steel #2 Mirror-Polished Namiukashi Kiritsuke Knife Ebony wood Handle & Saya

10.5" (270mm)
$1,299.99 USD
Sale price  $1,299.99 USD Regular price 
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Kiritsuke knife with light saya and mirror-polished blade showing wavy hamon
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Yoshihiro Mizu Honyaki White Steel #2 Mirror-Polished Namiukashi Kiritsuke Knife Ebony wood Handle & Saya

SKU:

HYKINAMI270EHMS
$1,299.99 USD
Sale price  $1,299.99 USD Regular price 
Blade Length

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.

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