Yoshihiro YHB Paring Knife – Aogami Blue Steel #2 Hammered Stainless Clad Japanese Petty Knife
This Yoshihiro YHB Paring Knife is crafted with a core of Aogami Blue Steel #2 (Aogami #2), a high-performance Japanese carbon steel known for its exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and ease of sharpening.
The blade is constructed using the warikomi (sandwich) method, where the carbon steel core is clad with stainless steel, improving corrosion resistance while maintaining the cutting performance of carbon steel. The hammered finish further enhances food release and gives the blade a traditional handcrafted appearance.
Aogami #2 is widely used in professional Japanese knives for its excellent balance of sharpness and durability, making it suitable for chefs who value performance and edge stability.
It features a Western-style handle made from Black Composite Wood with bolster, offering durability, stability, and a comfortable professional Handle.
The YHB series is a hammered stainless-clad carbon steel line designed for professional use, combining traditional cutting performance with improved maintenance convenience.
| Brand | Goh Umanosuke Yoshihiro 郷右馬允義弘 |
| Blade Type | Paring/Petty Knife (Double bevel) |
| Series | YHB(Aonikou Warikomi) |
| Blade Material | Aonikou(Yasuki Blue Steel #2) 青二鋼 |
| Blade Finish | Hammered 槌目 |
| Blade Length | 135 mm/5.3" |
| Handle | Black Composite Wood with Bolster |
| Option | Wooden Saya Cover & Saya Pin, originally stamped by Yoshihiro *See last image. |
*Definition of Blade Length :the Length from top edge of the blade to the end.
** This is made of Carbon Steel, not Stainless Steel. Please be sure to keep DRY after use or it may get rust.
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