The Karaku Blue #1 santoku kitchen knives are constructed using the highest grade of carbon steel in the industry. Aogami #1 steel is held in high regard by most knife lovers and users. They also sharpen with relative ease.
The Karaku santoku is the most popular knife in Japan. This one has a nice profile for both rocking and push-cutting. The knife is adept at most cutting, slicing, or chopping tasks. It is also small and responsive enough for fine detail work on garnishes and other items. It now has an upgraded blue octagonal handle that is stabilized for years of worry-free use.
If you have not tried a Blue #1 knife this could be your time to experience this excellent steel at an affordable price.Brand: Karaku
Blacksmith: Michikuni Tokaji
Location: Tosa, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Cladding: Soft Iron
Edge Steel: Aogami #1 Carbon Steel
HRC:61
Finish: Kurouchi
Edge Grind: Even (See Choil Shot)
Engraving: Stamped on Both Sides
Weight: 4.8 oz / 136g
Blade Length: 172 mm
Overall Length: 313 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 3.5 mm
Blade Height at Heel: 46 mm
The Karaku santoku is the most popular knife in Japan. This one has a nice profile for both rocking and push-cutting. The knife is adept at most cutting, slicing, or chopping tasks. It is also small and responsive enough for fine detail work on garnishes and other items. It now has an upgraded blue octagonal handle that is stabilized for years of worry-free use.
If you have not tried a Blue #1 knife this could be your time to experience this excellent steel at an affordable price.
