Hatsukokoro Shikkoku Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Santoku 165mm Ebony HandleThe Hatsukokoro Shikkoku Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Santoku 165mm is a reactive carbon steel general purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking an artistic Tosa made blade with Aogami #2 core steel. This double bevel santoku features a 167mm edge length and san mai construction with soft iron Damascus cladding under a kurouchi surface finish. As stainless clad is absent, the reactive carbon steel blade requires immediate drying and

The kurouchi surface finish covers the blade

CM4030 Weight 320 g Total Length 295 mm Tip to Heel Length 190 mm Blade Height at Heel 94

Weighing 175g with a total length of 313mm

These stones are designed for professionals who put the highest daily demands on their knives

but once soaked

Steel: ZA-18 Core with Damascus Cladding

The octagonal teak handle with black buffalo horn ferrule pairs with a 61g total weight and 2

An octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered grip that pairs with the slender yanagiba profile for controlled slicing motion

It is really necessary to properly define the profile

resulting in a specialized tool dedicated to sashimi preparation

The idea is that you can still acquire some of the best knives with a reasonable price and is intended for you to be able to use the knife rather than worrying about the delicate mirror polish

The less aggressive tip profile offers controllable chopping action suitable for general-purpose kitchen preparation