Yoshihiro Kurouchi High Carbon White Steel #2 Santoku Japanese Multipurpose Chef Knife with Camphor Handle
Yoshihiro Kurouchi High Carbon White Steel #2 Santoku Japanese Multipurpose Chef Knife with Camphor 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.
- Blade Hardness
- 62-63 HRC
- Stain Resistant
- No
- Saya Cover
- Optional Magnolia Saya Cover
Full Specifications
Blade
- Knife Type
- Santoku (Multi-Purpose Knife)
- Primary Use
- All-purpose / General kitchen prep
- Blade Metal
- White 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
- Camphor
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
Crafted from White Steel #2 with a hardness rating of 62 to 63 on the Rockwell scale, this Santoku knife features an intricately forged Black-Forged Kurouchi finish. The carbonized coating enhances durability while lending the blade a unique rustic aesthetic, making it a standout tool in your kitchen.
The Santoku knife is a Japanese all-purpose knife with a round tip. The blade is shorter and thinner, making it perfect for home cooking. Santoku literally means three virtues and can be used for meat, fish, and vegetables. Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans, creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.
From prepping vibrant greens for salads to chopping vegetables for hearty dishes, this handcrafted knife transforms simple tasks into culinary artistry. With the Santoku in your collection, every meal becomes a masterpiece. Elevate your cooking experience with a knife that beautifully marries functionality and aesthetics, ensuring you're always ready to create delightful dishes.
To maintain its sharpness, be sure to sharpen and hone it with whetstones. Hand wash and dry immediately after use, especially when working with acidic ingredients, and avoid cutting through bones or frozen foods to protect the fine edge.
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.