Misuzu Hamono - VG10 Majun Gyuto 170mm finish-suminagashi simply soak both the stone

simply soak both the stone fixer and the whetstone you are repairing in water for a couple of minutes until no bubbles appear from either and slowly work the stone fixer over the length of your stone

This particular deba has the traditional kurouchi finish (also known as a blacksmith finish which helps protect the steel) on one side

This petty is the polished damascus finish version

Forged in the workshop of Shigeki Tanaka the light nashiji finish of this knife combined with a sandblasted style tapering down to the blue #2 steel cutting edge definitely create an interesting contrast that feels good to the touch while performing strongly in the kitchen

This is a superb short utility knife at an exceptional price

Misuzu Hamono - VG10 Majun Gyuto 170mm finish-suminagashi simply soak both the stoneThin and with a fantastic laser profile for a wide range of everyday prep jobs, the shorter gyuto with its versatile kiritsuke shaped tip is perfect for smaller workspaces and small to medium sized ingredients.