Yoshihiro Kurouchi Stainless Clad Nashiji High Performance SLD Santoku Multipurpose Knife
SKU:
- 63-64 HRC
- Yes
- Optional Magnetic Oak Saya
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 resists rust and staining from moisture and acidic foods, making it easy to maintain with routine care.
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
- High Performance SLD Steel
- Grade
- Kurouchi Nashiji
- Construction
- Clad (San Mai)
- Blade Hardness
- 63-64 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Double Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Kurouchi Nashiji
- Stain Resistant
- Yes
Handle
- Handle Material
- Ebony
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
Our Yoshihiro SLD Stainless Clad Knives are expertly crafted with two layers of stainless steel, ensuring exceptional durability and protection while maintaining a sharp cutting edge.
High Performance SLD represents a new generation of steels engineered in Japan, aiming to surpass the capabilities of existing metals. This steel is highly wear-resistant and features a hardness level that rivals carbon steel, along with a high level of stain resistance. This innovative metallurgy results in a knife that offers excellent sharpness, long edge retention, and stainless durability.
The Santoku knife is a versatile Japanese all-purpose knife characterized by its round tip. Its shorter, thinner blade is perfect for home cooking, allowing for precise cuts. The term "Santoku" literally translates to "three virtues," reflecting its suitability for slicing meat, fish, and vegetables. Each knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans, resulting in a unique, one-of-a-kind work of art.
Preparing delicious meals begins with selecting wholesome ingredients and using the finest tools, such as a high-quality chef's knife, to transform every meal into something special. Whether you are dicing, slicing, or chopping fresh produce from a farmer's market or carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, even the simplest tasks become extraordinary with a handcrafted knife that enhances your culinary experience.
Recommended to purchase with Saya Knife Cover Option
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.