<< Please note that the conventional series name "Fujiwara Kanefusa WB series" was changed to this "SOUMA WB series" because they updated their manufacturerer's name but the blades, edge and quality are kept the same. >>
Fujiwara Kanefusa (SOUMA) WB series is made to put soft kitchen knife iron on Yasuki's traditional Nihonko or Hagane --- Shiroko / White Paper No.2 Steel --- which has been widely used for a very long time in Japan. The material makes extreme sharpness, very good edge holding and high working hardness. You can grind it to extreme sharpness, which it retains for a long time.
The blade is particularly suitable for the gentle preparation of foods though you need to treat the blade to prevent from rust.
SOUMA WB Series knife has D-shaped handle (Round-shaped handle only for Deba) that is made from magnolia wood and a water buffalo horn Tsuba (guard or ferrule).
The Buffalo Tsuba equipped to the handle is represent high-quality and excellent durability, that means made for professional originally.
But it is highly recommended for Gift as well as for your better cooking experience.
