Suisin Shirogami No. 2 steel has very little impurities that interfere with sharpness, allowing it to exhibit the pure, sharp cutting ability that carbon steel is known for.
These knives are forged and fire-forged at low temperatures from Hitachi Yaski Shirogami No. 2 (white steel), the most commonly used professional knife. They are affordable and come in a wide variety of styles, making them suitable for everyone from beginners to veteran chefs.
Specifications: Each knife is handmade, so the size, weight, and blade finish may vary.
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Manufacturer size:
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24cm
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full length:
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390mm
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Actual blade length:
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240mm
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Blade width at base:
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32mm
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Thickness of the ridge of the blade:
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4mm
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weight:
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144g
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Blade structure: two layers
Blade core material: Shirogami No. 2
Blade side material: mild steel
Blade finish: Kasumi
Blade shape: Yanagiba
Single-edged right-handed
Brand: Suisin
Series: Shirogami No. 2
Pattern: octagonal shaped handle, magnolia wood
Ferrule: Water buffalo horn
Production area: Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture
