Hideo Kitaoka
Born in 1950, knife smith Hideo Kitaoka works in Takefu Village, Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture. From a young age Kitaoka began learning his craft from his father and now specializes in traditional single bevel knives. Keeping with tradition, Hideo Kitaoka forges his blades from high carbon steel for the finest edge quality. The superior craftsmanship resonates throughout the body as you use these knives, making you the envy of sushi chefs around the world.
Specifications:
Knife Type: Yanagiba
Steel Type: Blue Steel No.2 (Carbon Steel, Rust Prone)
HRC: 61-62
Blade Type: Single edged blade
Blade Length: 300mm (11.8″)
Blade Height: 32mm (1.3″)
Blade Thickness: 3.5mm
Handle Material: Shitan Handle
Ferrule Material: Pakka wood
Handle Length: 145mm (5.7″)
Weight: 230g (8.1 ounces)
Use & Care
– Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break.
– Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.
– Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.
Professional packing and fast shipping
We offer a wide range of shipping options thanks to our long-standing relationships with UPS, FedEx and DHL. Our warehouse staff are trained to package your goods precisely according to the specifications we offer. Your goods will go through an exhaustive inspection and properly secured before they are shipped. Every day we ship thousands of packages to clients from all over the world. Our dedication to becoming the biggest online retailer worldwide is demonstrated by this. We have distribution centers as well as warehouses in Europe and the USA.
Please note that orders with more than one item are subject to a processing period that is based to the specific item.
Prior to shipment, all purchased items will be thoroughly examined. The majority of orders will be shipped within 48 hours. The delivery time is estimated to be between 3 and seven days.
Returns
The stock is constantly changing. It is not managed entirely by us since we are involved with multiple organizations, such as the factory and the storage. Stock levels can fluctuate at any moment. Be aware that it's possible that your order will become unavailable even after you have made the order.
Our policy lasts for thirty days. We will not replace or refund your purchase if it has been 30 days since you purchased it.
The item should not be used, and it must be in the original packaging. The item should be returned in its original packaging.
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