Makoto Kurosaki SG2 Tsuchime Gyuto (Chef's knife), 210 mm
Makoto Kurosaki SG2 Tsuchime gyuto,
Stainless steel blade Japanese R2 (SG2) powder steel with two layers of stainless steel for the outside (Sanmai forged) This knife is completely hand-forged by the blacksmith Makoto Kurosaki-san. (Yu Kurosaki's older brother).
Normally R2 powder steel can be hardened to a hardness of 65-66 Rockwell, but Kurosaki has opted for a hardness of 63-64 Rockwell for this professional line, making it easy to sharpen the knives yourself.
The knife is designed to cut fish, meat and vegetables. The knife is similar to a western chef's knife.
- Blade length: 210 mm
- Total length: 360 mm
- Back thickness: 2 mm (at the handle)
- Weight: 146 grams
- Steel type: core steel: stainless steel Japanese R2 (SG2) powder steel with two layers of stainless steel for the outside (Sanmai forged) with beautiful hammered pattern (Tsuchime)
- Hardness: 63-64 (Rockwell C)
- Handle: Light brown rosewood (Sakura) with light brown Pakka wooden bolster.
Please note this is a very thin laser style blade and is very prone to damage and chipping.
Like all Japanese knives, these handmade Kurosaki knives are not dishwasher safe, cleaning and drying after each use is the best treatment for these exclusive products.
