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Choose this Japanese knife for efficient daily work
Handcrafted by renowned blacksmith Yu Kurosaki san
Artisan of the famous Takefu Cutlery Village - Limited quantities
San Maï blade: stainless steel layer surrounding the hard core
High hardness: 63 HRC - High-grade SG2 powdered stainless steel
Excellent edge retention - Easy to sharpen
Unique punched hammering - Refined mirror-polished effect
Octagonal sandalwood handle + white Pakkawood bolster
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Yu Kurosaki Japanese knives are highly appreciated by connoisseurs. This blacksmith owns a workshop in the TakefuKnife Village, a mecca for artisanal production. This area is home to a large number of artisan blacksmiths whose manufacturing methods are based directly on ancestral know-how. Being together in one place enables them to share their techniques, while preserving the Nipponese heritage, which is recognized the world over.
This craftsman has been officiating since the 2000s, and was a pupil of renowned master blacksmiths. He is particularly renowned for the original work he does on his blades, whose hammerings are each more beautiful than the last.
This 13cmUniversal knife is part of the Senko range. Its blade is hand-forged by Kurosaki san. It is formed from a single piece of steel, which is then pressed and shaped step by step. In the end, the knife is stronger because it is a single piece. It has no welded seams that could make it more fragile when in use.
The blade is San Maï, i.e. constructed from 3 layers of steel. You could say it's a simplified damascus, typically Japanese. Here's how the layers are structured:
- at the heart we find SG2 stainless steel. This high-end alloy is extremely rigid: its hardness is around 63 HRC on the Rockwell scale. This level of rigidity is synonymous with excellent edge retention. It can also withstand a razor finish, to guarantee effortless, clean cuts. Another advantage of "powder" steel is its microscopic structure: it is more homogeneous, which reduces the risk of chipping.
- A layer of stainless steel then sandwiches the SG2 core (it folds around it, which is why we end up with 3 layers). This protects it better, and gives it a slight suppleness (it doesn't make it flexible, but rather a little more resistant to breakage).
Even though it's much harder than average, the Kurosaki Senko knife 's alloy is easy to sharpen when the need arises. Simply use a Sharpening stone, and you're done.
The handle is made of sandalwood, a dark, fine wood. It is lightweight and octagonal in shape. In this way, it can be used by all cooks (right- and left-handed). A Pakkawood bolster completes the set. This sturdy material is highly appreciated in the kitchen for its resistance to impact and temperature variations. Its white color contrasts perfectly with the rest of the handle. Finally, wood pulp fills the space between blade and handle, protecting the heart of the knife from moisture.
Important: the color of the handle may vary slightly (more or less dark) depending on the knife, as each piece is unique.
Finally, the knife has been hand-grinded for high cutting performance, right from the very first use. The stamped hammering is unique to each knife. It is visible on both sides of the blade, and adds a great deal of originality. The brand name has been engraved on the cutting surface, for even greater authenticity, and the whole is enhanced by an elegant mirror polish.
Useful information :
The knife should be washed by hand, and wiped with a soft cloth, before storing away from moisture. It is delivered in a cardboard box.
Please note that quantities are limited, due to the origin of the knives and the production capacity of the blacksmith, who carries out all operations by hand.
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