Yoshihiro High Speed Steel HAP40 Gyuto Chefs Knife with Triple Ring Ebony Handle with Magnolia Saya Cover (Blade Length 8.25" (210mm)) Blade Length:8.25" (210mm) A well-maintained whetstone is crucial

A well-maintained whetstone is crucial for achieving the best sharpening results

a protective wooden sheath made from premium Ebony that not only safeguards the knife but also enhances its appearance when not in use

Fuji with Crescent Moon Hamon Yanagi Kiritsuke is a stunning masterpiece crafted by one of Yoshihiro's premier knife masters in Sakai

and finally polished to a brilliant mirror finish

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Yoshihiro High Speed Steel HAP40 Gyuto Chefs Knife with Triple Ring Ebony Handle with Magnolia Saya Cover (Blade Length 8.25" (210mm)) Blade Length:8.25" (210mm) A well-maintained whetstone is crucialOur Yoshihiro HAP40 High Speed Stainless Steel knives feature a hardened HAP40 powdered metallurgy core, heat treated to 6668 HRC. The stainless clad construction provides a balance of toughness, corrosion resistance, and ease of maintenance. Paired with a premium ebony handle and bolster, these knives are designed for professionals and serious home cooks who demand high cutting performance in a refined, practical package. HAP40, developed by Hitachi,