Yoshimi Kato Blue Super Kurouchi Hammered(Maru) Santoku 160mm with Black Micarta Handle

Yoshimi Kato

Yoshimi Kato hand forges his knives in the town of Takefu, Fukui prefecture. After taking over the company from his father Hiroshi in 2017, Yoshimi continues to craft high quality knives. Kato goes abroad a few times a year to visit his loyal customers and gather feedback to improve his designs and functionality always striving for perfection.



Specifications:
Knife Type: Santoku
Steel Type: Blue Super (Carbon Steel, Rust Prone)
HRC: 63-64
Blade Type: Double edged blade
Blade Length: 160mm (6.3")
Blade Height: 46mm (1.8")
Blade Thickness: 2mm
Handle Material: Black Micarta Handle
Ferrule Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Length: 117mm (4.6")
Weight: 140g (4.9 ounces)

Use & Care
- Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break.
- Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.
- Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.