Moritaka Supreme Yanagiba Knife, 240mm (9.5"), Aogami/Blue Super Carbon Steel
Excellent razor-sharp carbon steel yanagiba ("sushi knife"), hand-made in the Moritaka family workshop in Japan. Keep in mind that this knife is not finished in a traditional yanagi format: the edge is 50/50 bevel so it's MUCH easier to maintain, and it's fine for right/left hand use. It's also thin (not thick-bladed like traditional yanagibas). Basically, it's the same as their chef's knife and slicer, but in a yanagi shape, so just think of it as a "narrow slicer".
Blade is made of Aogami/Blue Super carbon steel, with a permanent seasoned rosewood handle and a stainless steel tang. These blades should take a super sharp edge and the added toughness of the Blue Super steel should help with edge strength and resistance. The rosewood handle should be MUCH longer-lasting than the softer and lighter magnolia wood usually seen on traditional Japanese knives, and the stainless steel tang inside the handle means that any moisture will not result in premature pitting or damage to the handle. The finish is kuro-uchi (black) with a lacquer coating -- this helps protect the steel and should not be polished off.
Edge is 50/50 bevel, so it is fine for left or right-handed use, and is easily sharpened with any stone or hone or gadget suitable for Japanese knives. For regular everyday maintenance I suggest a fine ceramic hone (see below).
I really love these knives -- I'm sure you'll be thrilled and amazed by the quality, good looks, and high performance of these carbon steel blades!
Comes packed in a nice cobalt-blue gift box. |
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