Sakai Takumi Ajimasa Deba – Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2) Hongasumi Finish Japanese Deba Knife
This Sakai Takumi Ajimasa Deba is crafted from Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2), a high-purity Japanese carbon steel known for exceptional sharpness and ease of sharpening. Its fine grain structure allows for extremely precise edge refinement, making it highly valued for traditional Japanese fish preparation.
The thick, single-bevel blade is designed for cutting through fish heads, bones, and filleting tasks with stability and control. It is a right-handed knife intended for professional use. The handle is made from Magnolia wood with a Buffalo horn bolster, offering durability and a traditional Japanese balance.
Compared to Blue Steel, White Steel provides superior sharpness potential and easier sharpening, making it ideal for chefs who prioritize precision and control in fish butchery.
| Brand | Sakai Takumi Ajimasa 堺匠味正 |
| Blade Type | Deba Knife/Single bevel for Right Handed |
| Blade Material | Yasuki White Steel(Shirogami) #2 |
| Model | DW Series |
| Blade Length |
120 mm/4.7" |
| Handle | 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 to the end.
** 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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