Kumokage 180mm Bunka Aogami 2 Kurouchi Damascus Teak Handle

Hand forged in Tosa, these rustic finished mild steel and iron damascus clad aogami 2 knives have a solid middle to heavy weight feel yet are thin behind the edge. Corners of the spine and heel are eased, making for a more comfortable pinch grip with a horn and teak handle for a solid, secure feel.

At about 62 rockwell, these sharpen easily and will hold an edge decently well with good toughness for a thin hard Japanese steel. Avoid bones and shells and twisting or scraping the edge during cutting.

This knife has a hard carbon steel core with iron cladding for added durability. The entire blade will develop a patina with use, especially with acidic foods. Special attention is needed to keep from rusting. Do not leave wet. Hand wash & dry, no dishwasher. Hardwood-end grain or softwood long grain cutting boards are preferred; avoid bamboo and plastic cutting boards. Rust can be removed with a light abrasive.

Brand: Kumokage
Producing Area: Tosa, Japan
Profile: Bunka
Size: 180mm
Blade Type: Carbon Steel
Steel Type: Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Damascus
Handle: Teak & Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal
Total Length: 325mm
Handle Length:
Handle to Tip Length:
Blade Height: 44mm
Edge Length: 181mm
Thickness: at Kanji/Stamp
Weight: 158g
Hand Orientation:
Saya:
HRC: 62