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San Mai construction with stainless cladding, hardened to 61.5 HRC and finished with hand-engraved kanji elements - a refined tool for precision prep work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Petty (Utility)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 150mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height: 28mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness: 2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 75g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: VG7 Stainless core, Stainless Steel cladding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai, Hammer Forged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Hairline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 61.5 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge: Even grind (50\/50)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Octagonal Maple with Red Pakka Wood ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Echizen, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Ryusei Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ryusei series features Makoto Kurosaki's signature hand-engraved kanji detailing - a mark of craftsmanship that distinguishes each knife as both a precision tool and a collector's piece. 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San Mai construction with stainless cladding, water quenched and hardened to 62 HRC. 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San Mai construction with stainless cladding, water quenched and hardened to 62 HRC. 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The bunka's reverse tanto tip gives it a distinctive profile and makes it ideal for precision tip work - scoring, detail cuts, and fine vegetable prep where a standard santoku tip would be too blunt. 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San Mai construction with stainless Damascus cladding, water quenched and hardened to 62 HRC for an edge that sharpens easily and holds its bite through daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Santoku\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 165mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Length: 320mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness: 2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 74g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: VG7 Stainless core, Stainless Damascus cladding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai, Hammer Forged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge: Even grind (50\/50)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Octagonal Walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Echizen, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Santoku\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike his brother Yu Kurosaki, Makoto trained under Hiroshi Kato in Takefu. He works with local blacksmiths to source blades, then applies his own expert sharpening and finishing - making each knife a true collaboration between Japan's finest craftsmen. The santoku's flat blade profile and blade height make it ideal for the push-cut style - clean, full-contact cuts through vegetables, proteins, and herbs without the rocking motion. The warm walnut handle pairs beautifully with the flowing polished Damascus cladding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash with warm water and towel dry immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use a dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHone regularly with a ceramic or fine honing rod to maintain the edge between sharpenings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen with a whetstone to restore the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not cut frozen foods, bones, or hard produce - the blade may chip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720886505763,"sku":"Makoto Vg7 dama tsutime walo santoku","price":305.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/1819\/3230\/files\/1C8BD8EC-8029-4DD8-9ECD-DD4073818A1F.jpg?v=1770935340"},{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-fujin-petty-sg2-150mm","title":"Yu Kurosaki Fujin Petty SG2 150mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYu Kurosaki Fujin Petty | SG2 150mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fully forged SG2 micro carbide powder steel petty knife from Yu Kurosaki — one of Japan's youngest and most celebrated blacksmiths. The Fujin series is known for its uniquely designed blade profile and superb fit and finish, ideal for precision work and detail cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Petty (Utility)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 150mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Length: 280mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 80g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: SG2 (R2) Micro Carbide Powder Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge: Double-edged (50\/50, suitable for left and right-handed use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Octagonal Dark Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan 🇯🇵\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Fujin Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNamed after the Japanese god of wind, the Fujin series showcases Yu Kurosaki's mastery of blade design. 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Trained under the legendary Hiroshi Kato in Takefu, Makoto applies expert sharpening and finishing to blades sourced from Japan's finest blacksmiths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 210mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Length: 360mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 148g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: VG10 Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Cladding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge: Double-edged (50\/50, suitable for left and right-handed use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Octagonal Rosewood with Honduras Wood Ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Echizen, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Kodama Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Kodama series represents Makoto Kurosaki's refined approach to everyday kitchen performance - VG10 steel selected for its balance of sharpness, edge retention, and ease of maintenance, finished to his exacting standards. 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