Nigara Anmon Blue 2 Polished "Nejiri" Twist Bar Damascus Yanagiba 270mm

Nigara Anmon Blue 2 Polished "Nejiri" Twist Bar Damascus Yanagiba 270mmThe Nigara Anmon Blue 2 Polished Nejiri Twist Bar Damascus Yanagiba 270mm is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for chefs preparing raw fish and seafood who require a reactive carbon steel edge with distinctive aesthetics. Made by Go Yoshizawa in Aomori, this blade features an Aogami #2 core clad in soft iron damascus with an etched polished finish. The 270mm length suits both home enthusiasts and professional kitchens requiring precision slicing

The Hatsukokoro Kurokaze Blue 2 Kurouchi K Tip Deba 165mm is a double bevel Japanese fish knife best fit for butchering fish and precise dissecting tasks requiring a sharply defined tip

this model does not require the reactive steel maintenance associated with carbon cores

a dense timber with fine texture and deep brown to black coloration that polishes to highlight subtle grain patterns

while a gentle convex grind facilitates smooth cutting through produce and meats

requiring regular drying and light oiling to prevent rust as the blade lacks stainless cladding

SG2 powdered steel from Takefu Special Steel achieves 62-64 HRC hardness and offers excellent edge retention with uniform carbide distribution that enhances toughness

fine-textured grip that polishes to highlight subtle grain patterns

5mm spine thickness at the heel that tapers to 1

finished with a Kasumi polish

with a defined tip enabling precision scoring and carving tasks

It pairs with an octagonal wenge and black horn handle that balances the substantial blade profile

supporting the maker's reputation for ultra-thin Sanjo grinds