Yanagiba Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Forge-welded Shirogami 2 for left-handed IJF-11123L 21cm

The Ittetsu Yanagiba Forge-welded Shirogami 2 is a Japanese knife designed for the left-handed IJF-11123L, featuring a 210 mm blade. Magnolia is used to make the handle, which is water resistant. To aid obtain consistent slices, this knife has a bevel on only one side of the blade. Carbon steel grades Shirogami #2 is used to forge-weld the blade. Because carbon steel rusts easily, it needs to be maintained clean and dry at all times to prevent oxidation and discoloration. Wash by hand in warm water, then pat dry. Apply mineral oil and rub. Handmade in Echizen, Japan, are Ittetsu knives.