Yoshimi Kato Blue #2 AS Nashiji Kurouchi Damascus 170mm Santoku

  Yoshimi Kato, a blacksmith from the esteemed Takefu Village Knife Co-Operative in Echizen, is renowned for his masterful craftsmanship. He combines ancient knife-making methods with modern techniques to create highly unique pieces, a testament to his dedication, enthusiasm, and steadfast commitment to excellence. The Santoku is a versatile blade, perfect for cutting meat, fish, and vegetables. It has characteristics of both Nakiri (Japanese vegetable knife) and Gyuto (Japanese meat knife), making it highly practical and commonly used in home kitchens. Aogami No.2 (Hitachi Metals Ltd.) is composed of Shirogami No.2 (White #2)fortified with Chromium and Tungsten / Wolfram. This causes an increase in durability and the formation of hard carbide molecules that boost edge retention. Silver Stainless Steel #3 Core Aogami Super (Blue #2) Damascus Kurouchi Nashiji Finish Wenge Octagonal Wa Style Handle with Acrylic Faux Horn   HRC 64 Made in Takefu Knife Village Echizen, Japan