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Japanese Blade Steel- SUS 405/ Shirogami 2 (White) laminate steel by Proterial. This is authentic Japanese blade steel imported directly from the maker by Vonhelmick Knife Co LLC, located in Falls City, Oregon, USA. Proterial (formerly Hitachi Metals) SUS 405 / Shirogami 2 is a high-performance laminated steel (San Mai) commonly used in premium Japanese cutlery. This construction features a core of high-carbon Shirogami #2 (White Paper Steel No. 2) sandwiched between two layers of SUS 405 stainless steel cladding.
Core Material: Shirogami #2 (White Paper Steel)
The cutting edge is made of Shirogami #2, a legendary Japanese carbon steel known for its extreme purity and performance.
Purity: It contains almost no alloying elements like chromium or molybdenum, consisting primarily of iron and carbon (1.05%–1.15%).
Sharpness: Due to its fine grain structure, it can be sharpened to a "laser-like" edge that is easier to maintain than more complex alloy steels.
Hardness: Typically heat-treated to 60–63 HRC, providing excellent edge retention for precision tasks.
Reactivity: It is not rust-resistant. The exposed core at the edge will develop a patina over time and must be kept dry to prevent corrosion.
Performance Characteristics
Best of Both Worlds: This laminate provides the elite cutting performance of traditional carbon steel with the lower maintenance requirements of a stainless blade.
Magnetic: Both the Shirogami core and the SUS 405 cladding are magnetic, making the blade compatible with magnetic knife racks.
Professional Choice: It is highly favored by Japanese culinary professionals for its balance of sharpness and resilience.
Dimensions:
6mm in thickness
40 mm in width
Please select your desired lengths below from the drop down menu.
Japanese Blade Steel- SUS 405/ Shirogami 2 (White) laminate steel by Proterial. This is authentic Japanese blade steel imported directly from the maker by Vonhelmick Knife Co LLC, located in Falls City, Oregon, USA. Proterial (formerly Hitachi Metals) SUS 405 / Shirogami 2 is a high-performance laminated steel (San Mai) commonly used in premium Japanese cutlery. This construction features a core of high-carbon Shirogami #2 (White Paper Steel No. 2) sandwiched between two layers of SUS 405 stainless steel cladding.
Core Material: Shirogami #2 (White Paper Steel)
The cutting edge is made of Shirogami #2, a legendary Japanese carbon steel known for its extreme purity and performance.
Purity: It contains almost no alloying elements like chromium or molybdenum, consisting primarily of iron and carbon (1.05%–1.15%).
Sharpness: Due to its fine grain structure, it can be sharpened to a "laser-like" edge that is easier to maintain than more complex alloy steels.
Hardness: Typically heat-treated to 60–63 HRC, providing excellent edge retention for precision tasks.
Reactivity: It is not rust-resistant. The exposed core at the edge will develop a patina over time and must be kept dry to prevent corrosion.
Performance Characteristics
Best of Both Worlds: This laminate provides the elite cutting performance of traditional carbon steel with the lower maintenance requirements of a stainless blade.
Magnetic: Both the Shirogami core and the SUS 405 cladding are magnetic, making the blade compatible with magnetic knife racks.
Professional Choice: It is highly favored by Japanese culinary professionals for its balance of sharpness and resilience.
Dimensions:
6mm in thickness
40 mm in width
Please select your desired lengths below from the drop down menu.
