Yoshihiro White 2 steel 24cm handmade Japanese chef's knife

Japanese manufacturer Yoshihiro offers you high-performance kitchen knives for long-term use.

The brand has been established for some one hundred years, and its craftsmen are descendants of highly skilled blacksmiths, who themselves produced the swords of the warriors of the time (the know-how could be traced back to the 14th century). Little by little, the techniques used to create swords were transferred to cutlery, which is why Japanese knives are so sharp!

Each knife created by the brand is unique, so you can be sure of a prestigious product. Manufacturer Yoshihiro's motto is 一期一会. This could be translated as "every moment is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity". That's why the brand strives to offer durable knives whose performance will delight you for years to come, so you can enjoy every moment in the kitchen!

This 24cm chef's knife features a San Mai blade with a carbon steel core, White #2 Steel. This is a type of steel widely used for high-end knives in Japan. This alloy, produced by the Hitachi steel mills (steel suppliers to many renowned Japanese manufacturers), has a carbon content of 1.05%. This makes the steel stiffer, which in turn makes it sharper. As a result, the cutting edge is ultra-high-performance, for clean, precise cuts every time.

This carbon core is then sandwiched by a layer of soft iron, as you can see from the color differences on the bottom of the blade.

However, it's important to note that these materials are sensitive to oxidation. The knife should therefore be washed by hand, without soaking. After washing, wipe with a soft cloth to remove all traces of moisture. Note, however, that a carbon blade will tend to vary in color over time, even if you are very careful. This is normal (the knife is in constant contact with moist food, and moisture is also found in the ambient air...). You can apply mineral oil to the steel from time to time, for maintenance purposes.

The Yoshihiro knife has a rough forged finish. It is not polished, which gives it its original dark appearance. Japanese chefs love this type of finish, which is more authentic. Finally, the logo visible on the blade has been directly engraved by an expert craftsman. This is the case for every Yoshihiro knife!

A shiny black ferrule links the blade to the handle. It is made of buffalo horn. This natural material can have small white streaks, which will of course be different on every knife. The handle is made of light magnolia wood. Its traditional D-shape fits perfectly into your palm.

With this knife, you're choosing a timeless model that will last you a long time, while adding exoticism to your equipment.

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