Sakai Takayuki Hienn K-tip Yanagiba 300mm by Itsuo Doi w/ Saya (Old Stock)

Sakai Takayuki Hienn K-tip Yanagiba 300mm by Itsuo Doi w/ Saya (Old Stock)Hienn (, the Flying Swallow) is a Blue 2 Yanagiba line forged by the 3rd generation of the Doi family, master Itsuo Doi. It features a mirror polished front side. This is old stock from Itsuo Doi san, from the period when he was still hand engraving the blades. Current production is now laser engraved. Please note that this is a non refundable item.

This item is only for sale in Australia

Affordable: No matter how perfect a product is

5g and 212g with a 54mm heel height

combining traditional Japanese bushcraft techniques with Western hunter knife design principles

with a 49mm heel height and 213mm edge length

44 mm  Width of Spine Above Heel

Ho wood is also water-resistant

Medium: suitable for kitchen knife use

The black colour is gaining popularity because it gives a very nice contrast to the food

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The Sumi line originates from the Tosa region and presents a rustic kurouchi surface finish that reflects its traditional forging process

Ginsan steel offers corrosion resistance while maintaining sharpening characteristics associated with carbon steel