Yanagiba Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Forge-welded Shirogami 2 IJF-11125 27cm

The Ittetsu Yanagiba IJF-11125, a Japanese knife with a blade length of 270 mm. 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. 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. Handmade in Echizen, Japan, are Ittetsu knives.