Product Summary:
This is a traditional Japanese Yanagiba (sashimi) knife crafted from premium White Steel No. 2 (Shirogami 2) with Kasumi finish. It comes with a fitted wooden sheath (Saya) and features a traditional magnolia wood handle with a genuine water buffalo horn collar. Designed primarily for slicing boneless fish fillets into sashimi with clean, single-stroke cuts.
Condition:
Pre-owned, in excellent structural condition.
- The blade has been carefully resharpened through fine finishing stones and is ready for use with extreme sharpness.
- Overall blade shape is well-preserved with very little steel ground away.
- Visible sharpening scuffs and surface marks are present from maintenance.
- Important Note on Engraving: Due to previous rust cleaning and polishing, the original maker engraving on the blade face has faded/worn off.
- Please inspect all photos carefully to evaluate cosmetic condition.
Specs:
- Type: Yanagiba (Sashimi Knife)
- Blade Material: White Steel No. 2 (Shirogami #2 / Carbon Steel)
- Construction: Kasumi (Single bevel, right-handed)
- Blade Length: approx. 219 mm (8.6 in)
- Total Length: approx. 364 mm (14.3 in)
- Blade Width: approx. 26 mm
- Blade Thickness: approx. 3.4 mm
- Weight: approx. 98 g
- Handle: Magnolia wood with Water Buffalo Horn ferrule
- Origin: Japan
- Included: Knife, Wooden Sheath (Saya)
Important Notes:
- Carbon steel blades can develop patina or rust if exposed to moisture. Please wash by hand and dry thoroughly immediately after use.
- This is a traditional single-bevel knife designed for right-handed use.
- Please review photos carefully for condition and included items.
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If your delivery address falls into the "remote area" category of the shipping company, an additional $25.00 will be charged.