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Yoshihiro Honyaki White Steel Mirror Finished Namiukashi Sakimaru Takobiki Sushi Sashimi Japanese Knife with Triple Nickel Silver Ring Ebony Handle

Yoshihiro Honyaki White Steel Mirror Finished Namiukashi Sakimaru Takobiki Sushi Sashimi Japanese Knife with Triple Nickel Silver Ring Ebony Handle

Product Code: SKU:HYSTMINAMI300TSVEHMS

Regular price $1,199.99
Regular price $1,499.99 Sale price $1,199.99
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The Yoshihiro Honyaki Sakimaru Takobiki Knife exemplifies the pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship, embodying the essence of Honyaki, or "true forged." This knife is a remarkable achievement, crafted using ancient sword-making techniques that have been meticulously passed down through generations. Our master craftsmen employ extraordinary skill, forging each knife from a single piece of high-carbon White Steel #2, which boasts an impressive Rockwell hardness of 65. This involves heating the steel in furnaces that reach temperatures exceeding thousands of degrees, followed by a quenching process in cool water to achieve exceptional hardness. The result is a knife that seamlessly blends aesthetic beauty with high performance, polished to a brilliant mirror finish.

Each Yoshihiro Honyaki knife is handcrafted with unparalleled attention to detail by artisans with decades of experience, ensuring a level of quality that is hard to match. The Sakimaru Takobiki is specifically designed for slicing paper-thin pieces of fish for sashimi. Its elegantly thin blade allows for long, uninterrupted strokes, preserving the integrity and freshness of delicate ingredients. The knife's round sharp tip is particularly useful for cutting through the long tentacles of sashimi, while its unique shape excels in preparing perfect sushi rolls. The Takobiki’s design enables the rounded tip to be angled along the cutting board, allowing for clean, precise slices that elevate even the simplest culinary tasks.

Complemented by its stunning aesthetics and functionality, the Yoshihiro Honyaki Sakimaru Takobiki Knife is not just a tool; it's a work of art that enhances your culinary experience. With this handcrafted knife in your kitchen, every meal becomes a celebration of skill, tradition, and the beauty of fine craftsmanship.

Knife Specs:

  • HRC: 64-65
  • Grade: Honyaki Mirror Polished
  • Handle Material: Ebony
  • Bolster Material: Silver Ring Water Buffalo Horn (color varies)
  • Stain Resistant: No
  • Handle Shape: Octagonal
  • Blade Material: White Steel #2
  • Saya Cover: Magnolia
  • Edge Angle: Single Edged
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