Tsurugi Kenshin 165mm Santoku knife White Paper No 2 Hammer Mitoku Bunting Knife

Product Description

The hammered pattern, a traditional decorative finish, is created by carefully striking steel with a hammer. This not only enhances the design but also hardens the steel and provides excellent thermal efficiency.

The Santoku knife is the most commonly used all-purpose knife in Japanese households. It is versatile enough to handle meat, fish, vegetables, and various other ingredients.

This knife features a double-edged style, which originated from the West, making it suitable for a variety of culinary cultures, both Japanese and Western. The double-blade design is ideal for both right- and left-handed cooks.

Even beginner cooks will find this knife easy to use and handle. The Santoku knife has a rounded blade tip, making it easy to cut through different types of food.

The handle is made of magnolia wood, which is water-resistant, lightweight, and comfortable to hold. It also provides a non-slip grip, even when handled with wet hands.

The blade is made of No.2 steel, offering a perfect balance of flexibility and hardness.

The knife features a traditional Japanese black uchi finish, giving it a darker color and unique texture.

Product Specification

Blade Material: Shiragami No. 2 steel

Handle Material: Magnolia wood

Design: Hammered pattern with black uchi finish

Edge Style: Double-edged

Usability: Suitable for both right- and left-handed cooks

What is Shiragami No. 2 Steel?

Shiragami No. 2 steel has the fewest impurities among blade materials and possesses all the favorable conditions for making high-quality knives. It is difficult to harden, and only a few blacksmiths can handle it. This steel produces knives with excellent sharpness and is easy to sharpen. The balance of carbon content provides a perfect balance of flexibility and hardness, making it a preferred choice for many chefs.

Forging Process and Kuro-uchi Finish

The forging process makes the structure of the steel denser, resulting in an extremely sharp blade. The Kuro-uchi finish is a proof of this forging process. Kuro-uchi knives are very strong and durable due to their hardness and tenacity. The unique black surface of Kuro-uchi knives is due to the oxide film left on the surface, which also acts as a protective coating to prevent rust.