Yanagiba Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Forge-welded Shirogami 2 for left-handed IJF-11125L 27cm Blades have been processed using

Blades have been processed using black oxide

whetstone may become damaged

165 mm blade

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Yanagiba Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Forge-welded Shirogami 2 for left-handed IJF-11125L 27cm Blades have been processed usingThe Ittetsu Yanagiba Forge welded Shirogami 2 is a Japanese knife designed for the left handed IJF 11125L, featuring a 270 mm blade. Magnolia is used to make the handle, which is water resistant. Carbon steel grades Shirogami #2 is used to forge weld the blade. Because carbon steel rusts easily, it needs to be maintained clean and dry at all times to prevent oxidation and discoloration. Wash by hand in warm water, then pat dry. Apply mineral oil and