Yoshikane Hamono knives are forged in the city of Sanjo under head Blacksmith Kazuomi Yamamoto. Their knives are made with superb skill, materials and attention to finishing detail making them fantastic long term knives with excellent fit and finish and a super sharp edge.
SKD steel is a carbon steel achieving a super sharpness while also being pretty easy to keep sharp. It's clad with stainless steel which helps protect against any reaction to moisture. Our care instructions for a carbon knife, link below, should be followed.
Specifications:
Knife Type: Santoku
Steel Type: SKD Carbon Steel
Blade Hardness: HRC62-63
Blade Type: Double edged blade
Blade Length: 150mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Blade Thickness: 4.3mm
Ferrule Material: Buffalo
Handle Material: Walnut
Handle Length: 130mm
Weight: 141g
MPORTANT NOTE:
Do not use the knife to chop hard materials such as bones or frozen items unless the knife is made for that specific purpose. Always ensure you keep your knife clean and dry, and sharpen it as required to prevent a dull edge.
If in doubt, give us a shout
Please read our guidance pages below to help you make the right choice and make the most of the knives you choose:
Steel Types Explained
Knife Types Explained
Care Guidelines for all Knives
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