Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi Ko-Bunka 120mm Black Chacate 48 cm 172 mm Blade Height at

172 mm  Blade Height at Heel

this knife features an SG2 powdered steel core within a san-mai stainless clad construction finished in Kurouchi Tsuchime

White 2 steel sharpens readily and supports precise slicing

Coarse: is more intended for large amount of rust removal

Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi Ko-Bunka 120mm Black Chacate 48 cm 172 mm Blade Height atThe Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi Ko Bunka 120mm is a compact general purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and students seeking a reactive carbon steel blade with an octagonal Black Chacate handle. This 120mm Ko Bunka features a double bevel edge ground from Hitachi Blue 2 steel, hardened to 61 63 HRC, and encased in soft iron cladding with a kurouchi surface finish. The profile blends santoku and k tip gyuto characteristics with a straighter