Tsukiji Masamoto White Steel Yanagi knife 300mm (11.8″) Nami Kasumi This knife is not only

This knife is not only aesthetically pleasing but a pleasure to use as well

2″Bevel Angle Ratio: 55/45*Overall Length: 415mm / 16

SPECIFICATIONCore Steel: Shiro-ko (White Steel 3)Handle Type: Japanese MagnoliaHRC: 63-64 Weight: 5

but the blades are fragile and require the utmost care

the gap is filled using the same material as the handle

Tsukiji Masamoto White Steel Yanagi knife 300mm (11.8″) Nami Kasumi This knife is not onlyKasumi knives like this yanagi are produced by hand forging high carbon steel (white steel) with iron. The carbon steel becomes the knifes cutting edge while the iron forms the spine and body of the blade. This combination of materials creates a knife that is less brittle than the honyaki style, and easier to sharpen. Carbon steel blades like this kasumi require more delicate handling and care than stain resistant knives, but are sharper. Kasumi