Ajikataya Blue #2 Damascus Steel Kurouchi Tsuchime Finish Gyuto
Description
Handle: Octagonal handle made of Tang wood and turquoise
Ajikataya is jointly crafted by the third-generation Tsukasa Hinoura and the fourth-generation Mutsumi Hinoura.
This knife is entirely handcrafted, the spine was forged from thick to thin! This Gyuto features a core made of Aogami #2 steel, forged through the traditional method of three-layer forging.
The blade showcases exquisite Tsuchime (hand-hammered) patterns, contributing to the ease of food separation during ingredient cutting.
After extensive research, Tsukasa Hinoura believes that forging, tempering, and quenching are the secrets to creating high-quality pieces.
They have decided to pursue a path of high-quality craftsmanship and never compromise on quality by mass-producing at low prices!
Ajikataya's pieces are all hand-finished and sharpened with natural sharpening stones. They believe that to showcase the sharpness of carbon steel, natural sharpening stones are the best choice!