Izumiriki Honyaki Gyuto Shirogami #3 Polished Snakewood 210 mm

This is a high-quality, hand-forged Japanese Gyuto knife made using the Honyaki technique, known for its exceptional sharpness and traditional craftsmanship. It is made from Shirogami #3 steel, prized for its cleanliness and responsiveness.

• The description claims that Honyaki means 'true forging' and refers to the most demanding and highly valued technique for making Japanese knives.
• The description claims that Honyaki knives are made from a single piece of high-carbon steel, unlike most Japanese knives which are laminated from multiple types of steel.
• The description claims that the process of making Honyaki knives is extremely difficult and complex.