The compact end of the petty format - 135mm is short enough to be precise and nimble in the hand, long enough to handle small board tasks without feeling limited. The Harukaze AS Morado Petty 135mm puts Aogami Super core steel at 63 HRC into that format with the hammered kurouchi (as-forged black) finish that defines the Morado sub-line. Made exclusively for CKTG by a factory in Tosa, Japan, Harukaze means windy spring - and the Morado line was designed to offer the same serious steel as the standard AS range in a finish with more traditional character.
The stainless cladding with kurouchi surface protects the reactive AS edge, and the hammered texture on the blade road provides food release through detailed in-hand work. The reactive AS edge develops a natural patina with use that experienced carbon users find both functional and satisfying. The rosewood oval handle with maple ferrule is well-proportioned for the compact blade, and the hand-engraved kanji adds a craft detail that is unusual at this price.
Care Instructions: Aogami Super carbon steel with stainless cladding means the edge is reactive - the cladding protects the blade road but the edge itself will patina and can rust if neglected. Wipe and dry the knife promptly after use, especially after contact with acidic ingredients. Hand wash only - never the dishwasher. Apply a light coat of camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones to maintain the edge the AS core is capable of delivering. Free shipping over $100.
The stainless cladding with kurouchi surface protects the reactive AS edge, and the hammered texture on the blade road provides food release through detailed in-hand work. The reactive AS edge develops a natural patina with use that experienced carbon users find both functional and satisfying. The rosewood oval handle with maple ferrule is well-proportioned for the compact blade, and the hand-engraved kanji adds a craft detail that is unusual at this price.
Care Instructions: Aogami Super carbon steel with stainless cladding means the edge is reactive - the cladding protects the blade road but the edge itself will patina and can rust if neglected. Wipe and dry the knife promptly after use, especially after contact with acidic ingredients. Hand wash only - never the dishwasher. Apply a light coat of camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones to maintain the edge the AS core is capable of delivering. Free shipping over $100.
- Maker: Harukaze
- Location: Tosa, Japan
- Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
- Edge Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Paper Steel)
- HRC: 63
- Cladding: Stainless
- Finish: Kurouchi Hammered
- Edge Grind: Even (50/50)
- Handle: Rosewood Oval
- Ferrule: Maple
- Engraving: Hand Engraved Kanji
- Blade Length: 135 mm
