Yu Kurosaki Kokusen AS 170mm Bunka

From Yu Kurosaki's workshop, the Kokusen series features a unique star shaped hammer mark, mellow blacksmith's finish (kurouchi), and a unique spine shape, which really set these knives apart. They are handled with a octagonal rosewood handle with a pakka wood ferrule. Great cutting feel and food release on these

Blade Material: Aogami Super carbon steel with stainless steel cladding

Handle Material: Rosewood with pakka wood ferrule 

Hardness: 63-64 HRC

Blade Length: 6.7" (170mm)

Overall Length: 12" (305mm)

Height at Heel: 47mm

Thickness of Spine at Heel: 1.85mm

Weight: 4.4oz (124g)

**Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife. Color of handle may vary.

**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use.

**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.