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White Steel No.2

White Steel No.2 is the most popular variant of White Steel, featuring mid-range hardness and providing a great balance of practical qualities. White Steel, also known as 'Shirogami' (meaning 'white paper') is renowned for its close similarity to traditional tatara hand forged steel. As such a pure steel, White Steel is renowned for its excellent edge retention though is prone to rusting and damage.

Category: High Carbon Steel

HRC: 60-61

Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Cherry Handle - Seisuke Knife

Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Cherry Handle - Seisuke Knife

Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Cherry Handle

$149.00

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 240mm - Seisuke Knife

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 240mm - Seisuke Knife

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 240mm

$229.00

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 240mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 240mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 240mm Magnolia Handle

$419.00

Sakai Takayuki Tokujyo White Steel No.2 Honesuki Boning Japanese Knife 150mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Sakai Takayuki Tokujyo White Steel No.2 Honesuki Boning Japanese Knife 150mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Sakai Takayuki Tokujyo White Steel No.2 Honesuki Boning Japanese Knife 150mm Magnolia Handle

$369.00

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm with Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm with Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm with Magnolia Handle

$379.00

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 210mm - Seisuke Knife

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 210mm - Seisuke Knife

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 210mm

$209.00

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Deba Japanese Chef Knife 150mm - Seisuke Knife

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Deba Japanese Chef Knife 150mm - Seisuke Knife

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Deba Japanese Chef Knife 150mm

$219.00

Masamoto Hongasumi White Steel No.2 Kakugata Usuba Japanese Knife 180mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Masamoto Hongasumi White Steel No.2 Kakugata Usuba Japanese Knife 180mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Masamoto Hongasumi White Steel No.2 Kakugata Usuba Japanese Knife 180mm Magnolia Handle

$519.00

Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm Black Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm Black Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm Black Pakka wood Handle

$249.00

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm Magnolia Handle

$289.00

Jikko White Steel No.2 Santoku Japanese Knife 180mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Jikko White Steel No.2 Santoku Japanese Knife 180mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Jikko White Steel No.2 Santoku Japanese Knife 180mm Magnolia Handle

$319.00

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Santoku Japanese Knife 180mm with Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Santoku Japanese Knife 180mm with Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Black Finished Santoku Japanese Knife 180mm with Magnolia Handle

$379.00

Masamoto Hongasumi White Steel No.2 Deba Japanese Knife with Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Masamoto Hongasumi White Steel No.2 Deba Japanese Knife with Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Masamoto Hongasumi White Steel No.2 Deba Japanese Knife with Magnolia Handle

$449.00 +

Jikko White Steel No.2 Santoku Japanese Knife 180mm Shitan Handle - Seisuke Knife

Jikko White Steel No.2 Santoku Japanese Knife 180mm Shitan Handle - Seisuke Knife

Jikko White Steel No.2 Santoku Japanese Knife 180mm Shitan Handle

$319.00

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 300mm - Seisuke Knife

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 300mm - Seisuke Knife

Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 300mm

$429.00

Masamoto Hongasumi White Steel No.2 Yanagiba Japanese Knife Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Masamoto Hongasumi White Steel No.2 Yanagiba Japanese Knife Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Masamoto Hongasumi White Steel No.2 Yanagiba Japanese Knife Magnolia Handle

$579.00 +

[Left Handed] Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 300mm - Seisuke Knife

[Left Handed] Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 300mm - Seisuke Knife

[Left Handed] Hideo Kitaoka White Steel No.2 Damascus Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife 300mm

$599.00

Jikko White Steel No.2 Kamagata Usuba Japanese Knife 180mm Shitan Handle - Seisuke Knife

Jikko White Steel No.2 Kamagata Usuba Japanese Knife 180mm Shitan Handle - Seisuke Knife

Jikko White Steel No.2 Kamagata Usuba Japanese Knife 180mm Shitan Handle

$319.00

Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Sujihiki Japanese Knife 270mm Cherry Blossoms Handle - Seisuke Knife

Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Sujihiki Japanese Knife 270mm Cherry Blossoms Handle - Seisuke Knife

Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Sujihiki Japanese Knife 270mm Cherry Blossoms Handle

$299.00

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Nashiji Sakimaru Takohiki Japanese Knife 300mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Nashiji Sakimaru Takohiki Japanese Knife 300mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Nashiji Sakimaru Takohiki Japanese Knife 300mm Magnolia Handle

$569.00

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Nashiji Yanagiba Japanese Knife 270mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Nashiji Yanagiba Japanese Knife 270mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Nashiji Yanagiba Japanese Knife 270mm Magnolia Handle

$389.00

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Nashiji Yanagiba Japanese Knife 300mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Nashiji Yanagiba Japanese Knife 300mm Magnolia Handle - Seisuke Knife

Kikuzuki White Steel No.2 Nashiji Yanagiba Japanese Knife 300mm Magnolia Handle

$449.00

Sakai Takayuki Honyaki White Steel No.2 Baran Japanese Knife 120mm Wenge Handle with Sheath - Seisuke Knife

Sakai Takayuki Honyaki White Steel No.2 Baran Japanese Knife 120mm Wenge Handle with Sheath - Seisuke Knife

Sakai Takayuki Honyaki White Steel No.2 Baran Japanese Knife 120mm Wenge Handle with Sheath

$669.00

Sakai Takayuki White Steel No.2 Mirrored Finish Fuguhiki Japanese Knife - Seisuke Knife

Sakai Takayuki White Steel No.2 Mirrored Finish Fuguhiki Japanese Knife - Seisuke Knife

Sakai Takayuki White Steel No.2 Mirrored Finish Fuguhiki Japanese Knife

$569.00 +

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High Carbon Steel FAQ

What are high carbon steels?

High carbon steels, as the name implies, have a larger ratio of carbons compared to other steels. This is to allow for better sharpness and edge retention, though it leaves the steel prone to rusting and chipping. High carbon steels require more care due to their ability to easily rust and chip, but can also achieve a sharper edge for a longer period of time.

Why should I use a high carbon knife?

You should use a high carbon steel knife if you want better performance and don't mind the extra care required. High carbon steels require more mainenance due to their ability to rust and chip. However, they can achieve a sharper edge than other steels and hold that edge for a longer period of time. In the end, it comes down to personal preference and comfort level.

How should I care for my high carbon knife to avoid damage & rust?

While more work than a conventional stainless steel knife, high carbon steels can be more rewarding in the long run. To properly care for your knife, here are some things to do and to avoid.

To prevent rust from forming, never leave moisture on the blade. Have a clean, dry towel on hand to wipe the blade while cooking. Hand wash only with warm water and regular dish soap, and dry the knife immediately. Apply oil to the blade on a semi-regular basis, we recommend camellia oil. This will help prevent moisture from getting on the knife while it is in not in use.