Kokaji White Carbon Kiritsuke Yanagi

The Kokaji White Carbon series is unique and well crafted. Completely hand forged knives by the famed Kokajikai knife makers in Sakai, the 3 layer blades feature fantastic geometry, edge retention and an eye catching kiritsuke tip. Hand engraved with the Kikuichi chrysanthemum logo. Saya Included Blade 3 Layers; Hand ForgedKiritsuke Tip    24cm / 9.5" long Edge White #2 Carbon Steel Spine SK Carbon Steel HRC 61-62 Bevel Single Handle Wa HandleJapanese MagnoliaWater Buffalo Ferrule CAUTION: All Carbon steel blades will patina through regular use and may rust if left wet. This is not a defect, it is a product of the material that comes with carbon steel's ability to take a finer edge, which is why it is preferred by many chefs. This is NOT a stainless steel.