Hatsukokoro Kurosagi Ao Super Kiritsuki 210 mm - Blade Only

Hand forged  by 5th generation blacksmith Yasuhide Maeda. These knives are named after the Japanese black [Kuro] heron [Sagi].

These are rustic knives with a nashiiji (pear skin), kurouchi finish which helps with the food release. 

Steel: Aogami Super (Super Blue)

HRC: 64/65

Construction: Stainless Cladding 

Finish: Kurouchi  

Blacksmith: Hatsukokoro

Use & Care

• Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break with improper use.
• Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. Never put the knife in a dishwasher, nor soak it in water. Ever!
• Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade. 
• Do not use on hard melons or items that may torque the blade