Suminagashi Slicing Knife - Sujihiki, 270mm (10-2/3 in.) - Aogami 2 with San Mai Damascus

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Product Description for Suminagashi Slicing Knife - Sujihiki, 270mm (10-2/3 in.) - Aogami 2 with San Mai Damascus

Maker: Toshihiro Wakui (click to see more by this maker)
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Item num: 111775
Blade length: 11.30 in.
Cutting edge length: 10.80 in.
Total length: 16.50 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.23 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.14 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.01 in.
Item weight: 5.40 oz.
Shipment weight: 9.6 oz.
Blade: San mai damascus blade with an Aogami 2 carbon steel core
Bolster: Black pakkawood
Handle: Octagonal ebony handle
Description: Toshihiro Wakui is one of the finest smiths in Sanjo, Japan. For several years, Wakui-san worked with Yoshikane. His skill in the forge and with heat treating is exceptional.
Sujihiki are slicers or carving knives that are well suited for slicing and portioning meats and fish due to the thin, long blade. Extremely sharp, they are also well suited to preparing sushi and sashimi. The extended blade length allows you to slice with one long stroke, instead of sliding the knife back and forth in a sawing motion. The result is a superior, clean cut.
Wakui hand forged this knife. A central core of hard Aogami #2 is set between thin layers of damascus (suminagashi), resulting in a keen, long lasting edge. Blue steel (aogami) is a favorite of professional chefs due to the exceptionally long lasting edge. The thin blade is distal tapered for optimal balance with a clean grind and no wedging. The spine is rounded for comfortable, effortless cuts.
The octagonal handle is comfortable for both right and left handed users. It is formed from ebony. This dense wood holds up exceptionally well to the harsh environment of the kitchen. A black pakkawood ferrule completes the handle. Like other kitchen knives, this knife should not be put in a dishwasher. We recommend using camellia oil to avoid rust.
This is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.


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