Hatsukokoro Shirasagi Ginsan Kiritsuke Yanagiba 300mm
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A superbly finished right handed, single bevel kiritsuke tipped yanagiba for making long, single clean slices while preparing sushi and sashimi.
About this range
First Impressions
The Shirasagi single bevel is an impressive selection of blades across their entire range. Made by Tamura Tooru at Myojin Hamono for Hatsukokoro, they show a great level of consistency and up close the fit and finish is of a high standard.
These are all single bevel blades designed exclusively for right handed use.
Beauty
A subtle brushed migaki hairline finish runs at a 45 degree angle along the main body of the blade cladding before it begins to taper and the finish then runs horizonally along the length of the blade before it reaches the exposed cutting edge.
Paired with a tradtional octagonal teak wa handle this is a fabulous looking knife on either side of the blade.
Durability
The Ginsan core steel is treated to a hardness around 61HRC which offers a good combination of edge durability and retention.
Ease of Care
Unlike the White #2 version of the Shirasagi range, the Ginsan is stainless so if your priority is easy care while retaining the looks and overall geometry of the range then this is a great option.
Follow our normal care tips for long term maintenance.
Care tip – Stainless Steel
This knife is made from a stain resistant steel and so is a great choice for ease of care and it won't react with your ingredients like a carbon steel knife.
Our Verdict
Hatukokoro have collaborated well in recent times with their partners and designed and created some really impressive knife collections and the Shirasagi is another one that's going to hit the spot at a competitive price point for those seeking a single bevel knife.
Knife Measurements - Hatsukokoro Shirasagi Ginsan Kiritsuke Yanagiba 300mm
- Blade Length: 295mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
- Total Length: 453mm (Blade tip to handle end)
- Blade Height: 35.6mm (Heel to spine)
- Blade Thickness: 3.4mm (Spine width above the heel) 3.3mm (Measured halfway along spine) 1.6mm (Measured 15mm from tip)
- Total Weight: 215 grams
Range Specifications
- Core Steel: Silver 3
- Cladding Steel: Stainless
- Hardness: 61 (HRC)
- Handle Style: Japanese (Wa)
- Left or Right handed: Right only (Single Bevel)
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Although the other knives in this range are double bevel, this particular knife is single bevel and designed for Right handed only use only.
Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and things such as blade or wood finishes can vary. We will always endeavour to provide the most accurate measurements, photos and descriptions of our products.
Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.
Meet the maker
Myojin Riki Seisakusho
Made by Tamura Tooru at Myojin Riki Seisakusho for Hatsukokoro.
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