K&S Hardwood Saya for Shibata Koutetsu

K&S Hardwood Saya for Shibata KoutetsuThe K&S Hardwood Saya for Shibata Koutetsu is a custom made wooden blade cover designed to complement the unique, precise and modern profile of the Shibata Koutetsu series. Crafted from a combination of Wenge and Teak timber, this saya offers a refined balance of durability, practicality and visual contrast. The light coloured Teak brings warmth and natural character, while the dark African Wenge adds depth and elegance. Once fully oxidised, Wenge

The Migaki polished finish presents a plain aesthetic with a sandblasted bevel

The blade features nimai soft iron clad construction with a kasumi surface finish

The Tojiro MV Stainless Yanagiba 270mm F-1058 is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for first-timers and students seeking an affordable stainless steel blade for slicing raw fish

The combination of extra-tall dimensions

The Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi Gyuto 210mm is a double-bevel chef's knife with an Aogami #2 carbon steel core and soft iron cladding

Constructed with Ginsan Silver #3 stainless steel clad in a nimai structure

best fit for users seeking high-purity carbon steel performance in a general-purpose profile

Tip to Heel Length 240 mm Blade Height at Heel 49 mm Width of Spine Above Heel 3

The 210mm gyuto profile suits mincing

For those looking for a budget rig

best fitting professional users seeking traditional Sakai honyaki construction

The handle is directional and pre-installed specifically for right-hand operation