Sakimaru Takobiki knife, Shirogami 2 carbon steel, polished finish - Ittetsu

Knife forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka.

SHAPE: Takobiki. This knife is generally a single bevel sushi knife used for octopus.

STEEL:Shirogami (white) 2 steel. It is a reactive carbon steel which is easy to sharpen and holds an edge well. This steel is often chosen for traditional-style Japanese knives. Due to the non stainless nature of this steel care must be taken to dry the knives properly after use.

FINISH: Polished.

HANDLE: Octagonal magnolia handle with black buffalo horn ferrule.

BLADE LENGTH: 270mm, 300mm and 330mm.

MAKER: Ittetsu - Echizen, Japan

BEST FOR: Looking sexy on the pass with your samurai sword

Custom made magnolia saya included.