Brand: Sakai Takayuki
Maker: Shougo Yamatsuka
Series: Shiden
Origin: Sakai, Japan
Shape: Kengata Yanagiba (Sashimi Knife)
Note: This knife features a single bevel edge for precision slicing and is designed for right-handed use only.
This knife features a small 'machi' gap between the handle and blade, as shown.
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged Ni Mai
Core Steel: Ginsan (Silver #3) Stainless Steel
Hardness: 61-62 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Mirror Polish with Kasumi ("Hazy") Finish
Mark (Front): Hand-Engraved - "Shiden"
Mark (Back): Engraved - "Sakai Takayuki Ginsan"
Edge: Single Bevel (Right Side)
Handle: Special octagonal handle made of desert ironwood with nickel silver ferrules and white ring.
Includes Wooden Gift Box
Blade Length: 10.6" (270mm)
Edge Length: 9.2" (247mm)
Blade Height: 1.4" (35mm)
Handle Length: 5.4" (138mm)
Overall Length: 16.1" (410mm)
Spine Thickness at Heel: 3.8mm at Heel
Weight: 9.5 oz. (270g)
Knife edge length is shorter than stated since knives from Sakai are often measured from the front of the handle to the tip.
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: 02134
