Under the leadership of 4th generation artisan Kazuomi Yamamoto, Yoshikane Hamono stands as a distinguished Japanese knife making company located in Sanjo City, Niigata, boasting a rich history spanning over a century since its establishment in 1919. Situated in a small Japanese town renowned for its metalware craftsmanship, Yoshikane Hamono has upheld the tradition of handcrafting knives across generations.
SKD steel
SKD steel, known for its exceptional hardness ranging from 64HRC to 65HRC, is renowned for its ability to achieve and maintain a highly acute and razor-sharp edge. Despite not being categorized as a stainless steel, SKD possesses notable stain resistance due to its significant chromium content. Moreover, it surpasses many stainless steels in terms of wear resistance and toughness. These properties make SKD steel an excellent choice for knives that require prolonged edge retention and durability in challenging conditions.
