Yoshihiro Hongasumi White Steel Kiritsuke Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife Magnolia Handle
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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.
- 62-63 HRC
- No
- Free Magnolia Saya Cover Included
Blade Hardness
HRC (Rockwell Hardness) measures how hard the blade's steel is. Kitchen knife steel typically falls in the high-50s to mid-60s on this scale. Harder steel is built to hold a fine edge over long use, while softer steel favors flexibility and easy resharpening. The right HRC depends on the steel and design, not a single higher-is-better number.
Stain Resistant
This steel is not stain resistant. High-carbon steel can rust or develop a patina if not kept dry and cared for, in exchange for the sharper edge it holds.
Saya Cover
This knife comes with its saya cover included at no additional cost, shaped to its exact blade for the same custom fit customers pay extra for on other knives.
Full Specifications
Blade
- Knife Type
- Kiritsuke (Sword-Tip Knife)
- Primary Use
- All-purpose / General kitchen prep
- Blade Metal
- White Steel #2
- Grade
- Hongasumi
- Construction
- Clad (San Mai)
- Blade Hardness
- 62-63 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Single Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Plain
- Stain Resistant
- No
Handle
- Handle Material
- Magnolia
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
Forged from Shiroko High Carbon White Steel #2 with a hardness rating of HRC 62-63, the Yoshihiro Hongasumi Kiritsuke is designed with a traditional single-edged grind, providing superior edge retention and the ability to achieve a finer edge compared to the Kasumi knives made from the same material. This exceptional knife is perfect for intermediate chefs and comes ready to use right out of the box.
Our handmade Yoshihiro Hongasumi knives showcase the extraordinary skill of our master artisans, creating high-quality knives that are essential for both craftsmanship and performance. The White Steel #2 is beautifully forged with iron, resulting in stunning mist patterns on the blade, with meticulous attention given to the forging and polishing processes.
The Kiritsuke knife serves as a traditional Japanese all-purpose chef's knife, resembling a sword in both form and function. Its length allows it to slice sushi and sashimi with the finesse of a Yanagi, while the wider blade provides the versatility needed for various culinary tasks. The sword tip balances the knife's weight, making it ideal for intricate and precise knife work, elevating even the simplest tasks with its elegance and functionality.
This knife not only delivers exceptional performance but also embodies the artistry of traditional Japanese knife-making, making it a treasured addition to any chef's collection.
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.