Yu Kurosaki Kokusen AS Gyuto 210mm

Located in Echizen, Yu Kurosaki forges high performance blades true to the tradition of his region but also incorporating new finishing techniques, creating some of the most unique and beautiful blades available.

This petty is hammer forged from blue super carbon steel (aogami super) and cladded in stainless steel. Aogami super has a hardness rating at 63-64 HRC and has very long edge life. The blade is finished with a hammered kurouchi style finish. The handle is octagonal rosewood and black pakka ferrule.

Edge length: 215mm
Spine thickness: 1.8mm
Height at heel: 48.7mm
Weight: 148g

**Please note that the knife pictured is not always the one you will receive. Due to the handmade nature of these knives, these dimensions may vary slightly. The color and pattern of the knife, handle and ferrule may vary from knife to knife. Please contact us if you have a particular request.