Brand: Touroku Sakai
Maker: Masaya Shimizu
Origin: Sakai, Japan
Shape: Yanagiba (Sashimi Knife)
Note: This knife features a single-bevel edge for precision slicing and is designed for right-handed use only.
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged Ni Mai
Core Steel: Shirogami #2 (White Carbon Steel)
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kido Kasumi (Matte/Cloudy Finish)
Engraving: Hand Engraved ("Tourouku Sakai" / "Masaya")
Edge: Single-Bevel (Right Side)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony with Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Blade Length: 11.8" (300mm)
Edge Length: 11.5" (293mm)
Blade Height: 1.5" (38mm)
Handle Length: 5.7" (145mm)
Overall Length: 17.7" (450mm)
Spine Thickness: 4.2mm
Weight: 8.9 oz. (251g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). This knife has a full carbon steel blade and cladding. It will rust if not cleaned and dried promptly after use. Any rust that forms should be removed. Over time, if cared for properly, this knife will develop a beautiful and protective patina.
Item number: MSW-03
