Yanagiba Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Forge-welded Shirogami 2 IJF-11126 30cm

The 300 mm Ittetsu Yanagiba IJF-11126 Japanese knife. 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. Magnolia is used to make the handle, which is water resistant. Handmade in Echizen, Japan, are Ittetsu knives.