Sakai Takayuki Mirrored Honyaki Water-Quenched Sakimaru Yanagiba (Sashimi) 300mm KAGEUCHI with Saya Sheath
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We are delighted to present one of Sakai Takayuki’s most exquisite offerings, a “Kageuchi-Genbu” water quenched sakimaru-yanagiba! Honyaki knives - honyaki literally translates as “true forged” - require the highest level of skill and care from the blacksmith to make, and cannot be mass produced. Each individual knife must be carefully tended to in every aspect. It is the honyaki process that gives the knife the signature wispy line, called a hamon, which denotes the boundary between the hard steel edge and the soft steel spine. This means great edge retention while keeping ductility in the spine, without the addition and concerns of cladding!
This Kageuchi-Genbu yanagiba is forged from only the finest White #2 steel by master blacksmith Kenji Togashi, sharpened and mirror polished by the renowned Hirotsugu Tosa. This knife comes with a custom-fitted shiroishime saya.
The Japanese-Style Octagonal Ebony Wood handle is adorned with a Pure-Silver Ring and an Artificial White Marble Stone Tsuba (ferrule), symbolizing both high-quality craftsmanship and outstanding durability. The octagonal handle shape provides a comfortable grip during use.
A yanagiba is one of the most traditional knives in Japan, and is almost always single bevel, meant for slicing raw fish in one smooth pull. They can be found in lengths beginning around 180mm and exceeding 400mm! The sakimaru tip, taking inspiration from Feudal Japan’s katana, excels at the precise cuts required of tentacle sashimi.
Please take care to remove the lacquer coating prior to use!
Product Specifications:
- Brand: Sakai Takayuki
- Location: Sakai, Japan
- Knifesmith: Kenji Togashi
- Sharpener: Hirotsugu Tosa
- Line: Kageuchi-Genbu
- Core Steel: White #2
- Construction: Honyaki
- Finish: mirror polished
- Style: sakimaru-yanagiba
- Blade Length: 300mm
- Overall Length: 445mm
- Spine: 4mm
- Blade Height: 40mm
- Weight: 370g
- HRC: ~61
- Handle: Ebony, White corian, nickel silver spacers.
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The high-grade steel we use is carefully selected and forged using techniques that have been proven over centuries. These knives aren’t just sharp – they’re built to stay that way through years of daily use. Plus, they develop a beautiful patina over time that tells the story of your cooking journey.
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FREE SHIPPING in the United States on orders over $99. Orders are typically fulfilled within 2 business days, with shipping times of 1 - 5 business days via UPS Ground.
For international orders, we ship via UPS - DDP (Duties Paid), meaning all customs duties, taxes, and VAT are included in the product price for a smooth, hassle-free delivery. Shipping times vary by destination and are in addition to our 2-business-day fulfillment period.
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Carter Cutlery Muteki #5529 Funayuki 190mm 7.48" by Taylor Shields
This Muteki Funayuki kitchen knife by Taylor Shields offers exceptional performance with its Hitachi White #1 steel core laminated with 410 stainless steel for superior sharpness and durability. The handle, made from Thuya and Leopardwood, is complemented by white and Tiffany blue G10 liners, providing a unique and elegant touch. Perfect for a wide range of kitchen tasks, this knife is as functional as it is beautiful.
Specifications:
- Style: Muteki, Funayuki Kitchen Knife
- Blade Steel: Hitachi White #1 Steel Core, Laminated with 410 Stainless Steel
- Finish: Forged/Polished
- Handle: Thuya, Leopardwood
- Liner: White G10, Tiffany Blue G10
- Blade Length: 7.48″ (190 mm, 6.27 sun)
- Blade Thickness: 0.082″ (2.09 mm)
- Blade Width: 1.81″ (46 mm)
- Weight: 4.87 oz (138 g)
- Maker: Taylor Shields
- Brand: Muteki
- Knife Type: Kitchen Knife
- Kitchen Knife Style: Funayuki
- Steel: White/Stainless
- Steel Finish: Forged/Polished
- Handle Material: Thuya, Leopardwood with G10 liners
- Weight Range: 4-4.99 oz
