Kouki Blue2 Kurouchi Bunka 150mmThe Kouki Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 150mm is a double bevel general purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and gift buyers seeking a pointier Santoku profile with reactive carbon steel performance. Made by Kouki Hashimoto, this 150mm blade features Aogami #2 steel at 6163 HRC in a san mai soft iron clad construction with a kurouchi surface finish. The Bunka shape combines a straighter edge with a reverse tanto tip, facilitating slicing, dicing, and

An octagonal WA handle crafted from teak wood with a black buffalo horn ferrule provides a sturdy grip for precise handling during culinary tasks

requiring immediate drying after use

it is naturally harder than the usual Kasumi counterpart

This double-bevel blade measures 140mm in edge length with a 63mm heel height and weighs 212g

measuring 183mm in edge length and weighing 125g

Size: 210mm x 73mm x 22mm

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The Kurouchi Tsuchime surface finish distinguishes this line

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The 266mm edge length and flat geometry facilitate consistent slicing motion across the board

this knife features an octagonal Black Chacate handle that offers durability and a fine texture

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