Kurosaki-san is a young blacksmith from Echizen, Japan who is making excellent blades for us. He began his blacksmith career in 2002 when he started working at Kanehiro-uchi-hamono. He has said that he was not a natural blacksmith at first and considered quitting many times. We are very pleased that he continued, because today he is producing some truly outstanding knives.
This is the 270mm gyuto from this impressive line by Kurosaki-san. The blade has a beautiful profile with excellent grinds and arrives impressively sharp right out of the box. The core steel is R2 powdered stainless steel, a premium fully stainless steel known for its ability to take a very fine edge while offering excellent edge retention. Powder metallurgy steels like R2 are produced using specialized manufacturing methods that create a very fine and uniform grain structure, resulting in outstanding cutting performance.
As with his other gyutos, the specifications of the Kurosaki R2 Wa-Gyuto 270mm fall nicely in the middle for a knife of this size. The blade is quite thin, especially behind the edge, slightly taller than many gyutos, and of average weight. There is nothing average about its performance or appearance however. You really have to see and hold this knife to fully appreciate the thoughtful design and craftsmanship Kurosaki has built into it.
Once you try this knife, you may find it difficult to pick up another. It is a wonderful example of the craftsmanship this rising Echizen artisan is producing.
Care Instructions: Although the core steel is stainless, we recommend washing and drying the knife by hand after use. Do not leave it soaking in water or place it in the dishwasher. Use a quality cutting board and avoid bones, frozen foods, or very hard materials to help maintain the fine edge.
Blacksmith: Yu Kurosaki
Location: Echizen, Japan
Construction: San Mai
Edge Steel: R2 Powdered Stainless Steel
Cladding: Stainless
Edge Grind: Even (See Choil Photo)
Weight: 8.0 oz (228 g)
Edge Length: 272 mm
Total Length: 432 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 3 mm
Blade Height: 57 mm
Handle: Octagonal Rosewood
Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood
This is the 270mm gyuto from this impressive line by Kurosaki-san. The blade has a beautiful profile with excellent grinds and arrives impressively sharp right out of the box. The core steel is R2 powdered stainless steel, a premium fully stainless steel known for its ability to take a very fine edge while offering excellent edge retention. Powder metallurgy steels like R2 are produced using specialized manufacturing methods that create a very fine and uniform grain structure, resulting in outstanding cutting performance.
As with his other gyutos, the specifications of the Kurosaki R2 Wa-Gyuto 270mm fall nicely in the middle for a knife of this size. The blade is quite thin, especially behind the edge, slightly taller than many gyutos, and of average weight. There is nothing average about its performance or appearance however. You really have to see and hold this knife to fully appreciate the thoughtful design and craftsmanship Kurosaki has built into it.
Once you try this knife, you may find it difficult to pick up another. It is a wonderful example of the craftsmanship this rising Echizen artisan is producing.
Care Instructions: Although the core steel is stainless, we recommend washing and drying the knife by hand after use. Do not leave it soaking in water or place it in the dishwasher. Use a quality cutting board and avoid bones, frozen foods, or very hard materials to help maintain the fine edge.
