Brand: Kurosaki
Maker: Yu Kurosaki
Series: Kokusen Ei
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Shape: Sujihiki (Slicing Knife)
Blade Construction: San Mai
Core Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Carbon Steel)
Hardness: 63-64 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Kurouchi (Blacksmith's Finish)
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Maple with Walnut Ferrule
Blade Length: 10.6" (270mm)
Edge Length: 10.6" (270mm)
Blade Height: 1.7" (43mm)
Handle Length: 5.3" (140mm)
Overall Length: 16.7" (425mm)
Spine Thickness: 2mm at Heel
Weight: 5.1 oz. (147g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). While this knife has stainless cladding for easier overall maintenance, the area near the edge is carbon steel and will rust if not cared for properly. This area near the edge will darken and develop a beautiful and protective patina over time.
Item number: ZBSE-270SL
