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Hand-forged in Tosa, Kochi by Toru Tamura, this Hatsukokoro Shirasagi 300mm yanagiba has an Aogami #2 core clad in soft iron and a kurouchi finish. Yanagiba knives are designed to pull cleanly through fish in a single drawing stroke. Aogami #2 takes a keen edge and holds it well. Sharpens easily on stones.
Hand-forged by Toru Tamura of Tetsujin Hamono
Sharpened by Myojin Riki Seisakusho
291mm (11.46") cutting edge length
Aogami #2 core with soft iron cladding
Will develop a patina with use
Octagonal mono ebony handle
For right-handed users
Kurouchi single-bevel knives are uncommon; a worthwhile addition for enthusiasts already familiar with Toru Tamura's work
Overall length: 449mm Blade length (heel to tip): 291mm / 11.46" Blade height at the heel: 34.2mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 4.2mm at the heel: 4.0mm midway: 3.2mm 1cm from the tip: 1.2mm Weight: 253g Edge/bevel: single bevel Handle: octagonal mono ebony handle Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya / sheath: Not included
Notes:
Each knife is hand-forged, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you want to see the exact knife you'll receive, just email us at info@zahocho.com.
Minor variations in surface finish and measurements are normal in hand-forged Japanese knives.
