Shimizu

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SHIMIZU

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with 7 years of experience. Specializes in blade sharpening at Yamawaki Blades, focusing on precision and quality.

CRAFTING A HONYAKI BLADE

MUSASHI JAPAN showcases the art of forging 本燒 blades, crafted from a single steel piece. Hand-forged by master artisans, these blades embody Japanese tradition with unmatched sharpness, durability, and intricate beauty, making them highly coveted by collectors worldwide.

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White Steel offers exceptional sharpness and clean cutting performance, excelling in precision tasks. It grips fibers for smooth, controlled cuts, making it ideal for delicate work. Highly valued by chefs and artisans, White Steel sharpens effortlessly on whetstones, achieving a razor-sharp edge with ease. Its purity ensures superior edge retention, while its performance and tradition make it a cornerstone of high-quality Japanese craftsmanship.

White Steel is primarily made of high-carbon steel, containing around 1.0–1.2% carbon content. It is crafted with minimal impurities, offering a pure, refined composition. This high carbon content allows for an extremely hard and sharp edge. The steel is typically combined with small amounts of chromium and other trace elements, enhancing its durability and making it suitable for precision tasks. The purity and simplicity of White Steel make it highly regarded in traditional Japanese blade-making, ideal for achieving the fine, sharp edges that define high-quality knives.