🔪 Japanese Knife Yoshida Hamono Zelkova Handle Funayuki Knife Aogami #2 – 155mm

Description

The Yoshida Hamono Aogami #2 Funayuki 155mm is a lightweight, razor-sharp Japanese utility knife forged in the traditional way with a rustic black-forged finish. Compact yet versatile, it combines the nimbleness of a petty knife with the cutting power of a small funayuki, making it perfect for precision work in the kitchen. The Aogami #2 high-carbon steel core ensures superb edge retention, while the stainless cladding provides added protection.

Specifications

• Material: Aogami #2 high-carbon steel core, stainless cladding

• Knife Type: Ajikiri / Funayuki (small utility knife)

• Blade Length: 155mm

• Total Length: 280mm

• Blade Thickness: 2.1mm

• Weight: ±120g

• Blade Edge: Double-bevel (ambidextrous)

• Handle: Zelkova wood wa-handle

• Hardness: 63–64 HRC

Key Features

• Lightweight and extremely sharp, forged with a traditional black-forged finish

• Thin blade tip delivers maximum sharpness while remaining durable and easy to maneuver

• Easy to sharpen, though the carbon steel core requires extra care to prevent rust

Recommended Uses

• Peeling and prepping vegetables

• Cleaning and filleting small fish (such as horse mackerel)

• Precision kitchen tasks that demand sharpness and control