Yoshihiro High Carbon Blue Steel #2 Kurouchi Santoku Japanese Multipurpose Knife with Ebony Wood Handle
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High-Carbon Care
This item is made from high-carbon steel. It offers excellent sharpness but can rust or develop a patina if not kept dry and properly maintained.
- 62-63 HRC
- No
- Optional Magnolia Saya Cover
Blade Hardness
HRC (Rockwell Hardness) measures how hard the blade's steel is. Kitchen knife steel typically falls in the high-50s to mid-60s on this scale. Harder steel is built to hold a fine edge over long use, while softer steel favors flexibility and easy resharpening. The right HRC depends on the steel and design, not a single higher-is-better number.
Stain Resistant
This steel is not stain resistant. High-carbon steel can rust or develop a patina if not kept dry and cared for, in exchange for the sharper edge it holds.
Saya Cover
This knife does not automatically come with a saya cover included. Adding one with your order lets us shape it to this exact blade, a fit no aftermarket cover can match. A saya purchased separately later is cut to standard dimensions rather than this specific blade, so the fit is left to chance.
Full Specifications
Blade
- Knife Type
- Santoku (Multi-Purpose Knife)
- Primary Use
- All-purpose / General kitchen prep
- Blade Metal
- Blue Steel #2
- Grade
- Kurouchi
- Construction
- Mono-Steel
- Blade Hardness
- 62-63 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Double Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Kurouchi
- Stain Resistant
- No
Handle
- Handle Material
- Ebony
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
Experience culinary excellence with our handmade Yoshihiro Blue High Carbon Steel #2 Kurouchi Series Santoku Japanese Multipurpose Knife. This exceptional knife exemplifies intricate forging, layering, and hammering techniques, crafted using the traditional Kurouchi method. Its black-forged style not only reflects quality but also showcases the artistry of Japanese knife-making.
The Kurouchi Series features a stunning unpolished rustic finish that adds character to your kitchen tools. With a hardness of 62-63 on the Rockwell scale, the inner core of Blue High Carbon Steel #2 provides superior edge retention, ensuring precision cuts every time. This series offers a higher level of finishing than standard Yoshihiro Kurouchi knives, making it ideal for home cooks and professionals alike.
The Santoku knife, known for its round tip and shorter, thinner blade, is the ultimate all-purpose knife. "Santoku" translates to "three virtues," excelling at handling meat, fish, and vegetables effortlessly. Each knife is meticulously handcrafted by master artisans, resulting in a unique work of art that enhances your cooking experience.
Elevate your culinary endeavors with the Yoshihiro Santoku Knife. Whether you're dicing fresh produce or carving a perfectly roasted chicken, this handcrafted knife transforms every task into a special moment in the kitchen.
Embrace the artistry of Japanese craftsmanship with the Yoshihiro Blue High Carbon Steel #2 Kurouchi Series Santoku Knife—your essential companion for culinary creativity.
Knife Can Be Oxidized Without Proper Care - Recommended to Purchase With Custom-cut Saya Knife Cover Sheath
Care & Origin
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Care Instructions
- Hand wash only.
Dry immediately.
Avoid the dishwasher. - Sharpening Method
- Sharpen by hand using whetstones. Do not use honing rods.