N690 Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife Blank (Right Hand) (N690YAN)

N690 Yanagiba Japanese Chef Knife Blank (Right Hand)

Built for slicing rather than chopping, the yanagiba uses its length to finish a cut in a single stroke. The single-bevel grind releases the slice cleanly instead of tearing it.

N690 hits the balance most makers want: it takes a keen edge, holds it through a service, and sharpens back without a fight. The high chromium content makes it forgiving around acidic food and standing water.

Our process is deliberately simple: certified Voestalpine steel, hand grinding in our workshop, then professional heat treatment back at Voestalpine. That is why the hardness figures below are reliable.

Specifications
Steel : Böhler N690 Stainless Steel
Hardness : 58-59 HRC
Thickness : 2.5 mm (0.1 in)
Blade Length : 285 mm (11.2 in)
+Tail Length : 85 mm (3.3 in)
Max Width : 35 mm (1.4 in)
Tang : Hidden Tang
Pin Holes : 6 mm (0.24 in)
Grinding : Single Bevel High Flat Ground

Hidden tang construction means no visible pins and a clean line from blade to handle. Fit it into a wa handle block or shape your own from our handle stock.

We keep a full range of chef knife blanks and knife maker supplies in stock, from paring blades to full tang cleavers. Ships sharpened and ready for handle work — tell us if you would rather finish the edge yourself.

All orders ship UPS Express. Allow 1-3 business days to Europe and 2-5 to the USA.