Maker: Itsuo Doi
Origin: Sakai, Japan
Shape: Kiritsuke Yanagiba
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: Aogami #2 (Blue Carbon Steel)
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Migaki ("Polished")
Mark: Engraved with Itsuo Doi's Emblem
Edge: Single-Bevel (Right Side)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Japanese Yew Wood with Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Machi Gap: Present / Slight (See Photos)
Blade Length: 10.6" (270mm)
Edge Length: 10.25" (260mm)
Blade Height: 1.4" (35mm)
Handle Length: 5.5" (140mm)
Overall Length: 16.5" (420mm)
Spine Thickness: 4.6mm at Heel
Weight: 7.5 oz. (213g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). This knife has a full carbon steel blade and reactive 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: DOI-B2M-KY270
