Kajiwara Blue #2 Kurouchi Funayuki 165mm

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The funayuki in Sakai tradition was a small, thinner deba knife, with a single bevel. In the Tosa region, it became common to give the knives a double bevel and use them as a gyuto would be used. As Kajiwara-san resides in Tosa, his rendition of the funayaki follows in the Tosa tradition. This Aogami #2 petit chef’s knife is packed with the features of Tsutomu Kajiwara’s full-sized gyutos, including that complex grind, with great convexing. This is another great option for people who might be intimidated by a full size 210 or 240mm gyuto or just don’t have the kind of elbow room or board space required for the implementation of a longer blade and its requisite cutting technique. Either way, this knife has a rather flat profile and lends itself to chopping technique as well as push cutting. This funayaki will not feel unsubstantial in hand, and with the rosewood and ebony handle, you’ll know you’ve got something well crafted. This blade is a fantastic value, and should not be overlooked.

Blacksmith: Tsutomu Kajiwara

Location: Tosa Japan

Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged

Edge Steel: Blue #2

Cladding: Soft Iron

Finish: Kurouchi

Weight: 4.9 ounces / 140g

Blade Length: 170 mm

Overall Length: 310 mm

Thickness at Heel: 3.5 mm

Blade Height: 45.0 mm

Edge: Double Bevel Even Grind

Handle: Rosewood Oval

Ferrule: Black Pakkawood

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Fantastic handle and confident feel, February 17, 2022

Posted By: Dave

I've just started getting into Japanese knives and sharpening my own and I am very happy with this purchase. Because I'm relatively new to this space, I cannot vouch for its performance compared to other Japanese knives, but compared to my German knives it absolutely squashes the competition. Funayukis seem very uncommon (they are new to me, anyway) but I don't like Santokus very much and this has a similar length and serves the functions I use it for - which is perfect for most of my work in the kitchen and with a finer tip. The handle is a delight to hold – a nicely polished oval with a very smooth and seamless feel. The weight and feel of the knife leave you feeling confident. The balance is pretty much at the heel which suits my pinch grip just fine. Highly recommend 10/10!

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