• Crafted in Sakai, Japan by master blacksmith Yoshikazu Ikeda and sharpened by Hideki Ino • 142mm / 5.59"" cutting edge length • Shirogami #3 carbon steel for exceptional sharpness • Mirror finish on hardened steel • Reactive carbon steel develops unique patina with use • Octagonal ebony handle with buffalo horn ferrule • Ideal for professional chefs and collectors seeking traditional craftsmanship
⎯ Brand: Sakai Hokushin Blacksmith: Yoshikazu Ikeda Sharpener: Hideki Ino ProducingArea: Sakai, Japan Knifetype: petty knife Finish: mirror finish on hardened steel (ha) and satin on the ji Steel: Shirogami#3 / White#3 Construction: honyaki Steeltype: carbon steel
Overall length: 271mm Blade length (heel to tip): 142mm / 5.59" Blade height at the heel: 30.2mm Spine thickness: • at the handle: 2.9mm • at the heel: 2.7mm • midway: 2.2mm • 1cm from the tip: 1.0mm Weight: 95g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal ebony Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
⎯ Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Yoshikazu Ikeda shirogami#3 petty knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please be aware that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives. c. Similarly, it's common for these handcrafted knives to have minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs. ··•··
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Care Guide
