Yu Kurosaki Kokusen AS 210mm Gyuto

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: 9.05" (230mm)

Cutting Edge: 8.4" (214mm)

Overall Length: 14.05" (357mm)

Height at Heel: 48mm

Thickness of Spine at Heel: 2mm

Weight: 5.2oz (148g)

**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.