Yoshihiro SG-2 (R-2) Semi-Stainless Steel Mirror Polished Yanagi Sashimi Knife, Triple Ring Ebony Handle
SKU:
- 64-65 HRC
- Yes
- Free Magnetic Oak Saya 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 resists rust and staining from moisture and acidic foods, making it easy to maintain with routine care.
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
- Yanagiba (Sashimi Knife)
- Primary Use
- Sashimi / Raw fish slicing
- Blade Metal
- SG-II (R2) Steel
- Construction
- Mono-Steel
- Blade Hardness
- 64-65 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Single Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Mirror
- Stain Resistant
- Yes
Handle
- Handle Material
- Ebony
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Triple Ring Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
The Yoshihiro SG2 Semi-Stainless Steel Yanagi knife represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship, skillfully forged through traditional methods and enhanced with modern metallurgy at extreme temperatures. This exceptional steel composition, durable enough for use in industrial machinery and power tools, features a hardness rating of 64-65 on the Rockwell scale. This ensures that the knife maintains its superior edge for an impressive duration, making it the perfect choice for professionals who tackle high-volume prep work daily.
Complemented by a traditional Japanese Ebony handle, this knife not only offers an elegant aesthetic but also provides a comfortable grip during prolonged use. It includes a protective magnetic oak wooden sheath known as a Saya, which is brush-coated with a non-toxic lacquer. This coating enhances durability and offers resistance to unwanted odors, stains, and chips, ensuring your knife remains in excellent condition when not in use.
Designed specifically for slicing thin pieces of fish for sushi and sashimi, the Yanagi is a long slicing knife that excels in delivering long, uninterrupted strokes. This preserves the integrity and freshness of the ingredients, making it an essential tool in any chef's kitchen. While traditional Japanese powder steel knives may not be entirely stain-resistant, proper care can extend their lifespan significantly. Always keep the knife dry before storage to maintain its optimal condition, and sharpen and hone it on premium quality Japanese water stones to ensure top performance. With the Yoshihiro SG2 Yanagi, elevate your culinary experience and enjoy the craftsmanship that goes into each blade.
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.