{"product_id":"shigehiro-shirogami-2-deba-ikeda-150-mm-japanese-knife","title":"Shigehiro Shirogami #2 Deba (Ikeda) 150 mm Japanese Knife","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShigehiro Kasahara sharpened, Yoshikazu Ikeda forged Shirogami #2 Deba with soft iron cladding. Shigehiro Kasahara is a legendary sharpener in Sakai and Yoshikazu Ikeda is one of the most highly regarded Blacksmiths in Sakai coming together to create this amazing knife line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmazing fit and finish and Ikeda's legendary heat treatment come together to create an elegant masterpiece at a reasonable price. The Shigehiro series seem to share the common trait of being stout, utilitarian bladss made for professional use and this Deba is no exception.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIkeda's Shirogami #2 is tough and yet silky smooth and easy to sharpen and in combination with Kasahara's beautifully angular shaping and clean grinds, this is really a luxury deba at an affordable price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is a nicely finished Octagonal ho wood and buffalo horn ferrule with nicely pronounced angles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eHandmade Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\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":67928631509086,"sku":"K005","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/DSC01793.jpg?v=1793838608","url":"https:\/\/www.griffithshavinggoods.com\/products\/shigehiro-shirogami-2-deba-ikeda-150-mm-japanese-knife","provider":"Griffith Shaving Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}