Description Features: This M505 Yanagiba model from Miki Hamono is a special premium model forged from the VG-1 Stainless steel, therefore it’s much less demanding in terms of care Maintains sharpness for a long time By purchasing this knife, you will own not only a functional tool but also a unique handmade piece with history. It’s a true Japanese forging heritage item with blacksmith’s marks engraved on the blade With proper care – will last a lifetime Specifications: Blacksmith: Hontanzo Masamitsu Steel: Takefu VG 1 (stainless) Hardness: 59-61 HRC Blade construction: double (body – softer stainless steel SUS 410, core – VG 1) Sharpening: Single bevel Handle: Rosewood Handle shape: D Ring: Pakkawood Full length: 375 mm Blade length: 240 mm Blade height: 30 mm Blade thickness: 3 mm Weight: 140 g Usage Tips: The blade is quite brittle, a little bit less than carbon steel, but still – we don’t recommend cutting bones, frozen products, or using it as a cleaver Don’t use on cutting boards made from hard materials like stone, glass, or ceramic. Soft plastic or wooden cutting boards work best Sharpening and Maintenance: One thing to note with the stainless steel knives – it takes a bit more work to sharpen well For sharpening, we recommend using Japanese Water Sharpening Stones and Leather Strops Always wash the knife with warm water after use and dry it (dishwasher use not recommended) If any rust or hard to clean residue build up over time: use our Steel Care Products About the forge [Miki Hamono – 三木刃物製作所]: Well-known and reputable forge, using only highest-grade and purity Hitachi steels Location: Miki Town, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan Established in 1937 Produces both traditional Japanese-style and Western-adapted knives Number of employees: <20 Production Process from Miki Hamono: Made in Japan – Miki Hamono
