{"product_id":"shotaro-nomura-shirogami-2-deba-180-mm-japanese-knife","title":"Shotaro Nomura Shirogami #2 Deba 180 mm Japanese Knife","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShotaro Nomura is a legend in the Sakai knife making industry. Nomura San is a highly trusted and highly decorated sharpener who is entrusted with finishing a high quantity of Honyaki blades coming out of Sakai. Nomura San works hand in hand with blacksmiths like Yoshikazu Ikeda and Yoshikazu Tanaka, among many.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged by Noboru Morinaga of Morinaga Hamono Seisakusho in Sakai, Japan. Morinaga Hamono is a highly regarded Blacksmith in Sakai and many of their bladss are sold via OEM and they don't necessarily get all of the credit they deserve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNomura finishes these knives beautifully and flawlessly and the fit and finish is amazing for the price and quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is a D shaped ho wood handle with buffalo horn ferrule.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eHandmade Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach knife is individually handcrafted, with slight variations in dimensions, finish, markings, and natural handle materials. Minor cosmetic differences that do not affect function are part of its handmade character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash and dry immediately; never soak or place in a dishwasher. Use a wooden or soft synthetic cutting board. Avoid bones and frozen foods unless the knife is specifically designed for that purpose, and never twist or pry with the blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpening \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpen with suitable whetstones; avoid pull-through sharpeners and steel honing rods. Store clean and dry with the edge protected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon steel—including exposed edges on stainless-clad knives—naturally develops a patina and can rust if left damp. Wipe clean and dry frequently during use, and apply a light coating of food-safe oil for extended storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Griffith Shaving Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67934325702750,"sku":"K008","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/DSC01832_5c176569-87dd-40b1-840e-0f6033f5ac81.jpg?v=1793893144","url":"https:\/\/www.griffithshavinggoods.com\/de\/products\/shotaro-nomura-shirogami-2-deba-180-mm-japanese-knife","provider":"Griffith Shaving Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}