Sakai Takumi Ajimasa Yanagiba – Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2) Left-Handed Hongasumi Finish Japanese Sashimi Knife (Left-Handed Model)
This Sakai Takumi Ajimasa Yanagiba is crafted from Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2), a high-purity Japanese carbon steel known for its exceptional sharpness and ease of sharpening. It is designed as a left-handed single-bevel knife, featuring a fully reversed blade geometry compared to standard right-handed models.
Left-handed Yanagiba knives require specialized forging and sharpening processes, resulting in significantly lower production volume and higher craftsmanship demands. This makes them rarer and typically priced 30–50% higher than standard right-handed versions.
The handle is made from Magnolia wood with a Buffalo horn bolster, providing traditional Japanese balance and durability. The blade features a refined Hongasumi finish, reflecting authentic craftsmanship.
Compared to Blue Steel, White Steel offers superior sharpness potential and easier sharpening, making it ideal for chefs who prioritize precision slicing.
| Brand | Sakai Takumi Ajimasa 堺匠味正 |
| Blade Type | Yanagiba Knife/Single bevel for Left Handed |
| Blade Material | Yasuki White Steel(Shirogami) #2 |
| Model | YWL Series |
| Blade Length |
210 mm/8.3" |
| Handle | Octagonal Japanese Magnolia Wood |
| Bolster | Buffalo Horn *Color may vary due to natural products |
| Option | Wooden Saya Cover & Saya Pin |
| Remarks | For professional use, sharpening with a whetstone before first use is recommended. The blade is pre-sharpened but traditionally refined by users according to preference. |
*Definition of Blade Length :the Length from top edge of the blade(tip) to Root of the steel(Machi),not top edge of the blade(tip) to the end(Ago).
** This is made of Carbon Steel, not Stainless Steel. Please be sure to keep DRY after use or it may get rust.
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