Jikko Shiko White Steel Kiritsuke Deba 150mm Ebony with Double Ring HandleJikko Jikko's founder, Itaro Jikko started manufacturing cutlery more than 100 years ago as a sharpener. Once in a lifetime encounter: "Think of it as a once in a lifetime encounter and do our best for the other party" is their motto They value the teachings of the great Sakai man, Sen no Rikyu, and continue to make knives with a once in a lifetime spirit. They are particular about finishing details such as the back and chin of the knife.

Width: 50mm (2

Handbook on Japanese knives and Sharpening Techniques

3 (Stain resistant steel)

Medium-toothed blade is excellent for quick and easy uniform stir-fry pieces that will cook up in a flash

soak in water the #1000 grit side for 5 minutes

Handle Material: Keyaki (Japanese Elm)

(Blade Length: 240mm)

Knife Type:  for Sakimaru Takohiki Knife

Weight: 242g (8

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Weight: 549g (19

Steel Type: INOX Molybdenum (Stain resistant steel)