Yoshimune Aogami Blue #2 Damascus 33-Layer Kiritsuke 210mm - Walnut Octagonal Handle

Experience Aogami Blue #2 Damascus Precision in a Kiritsuke

The Yoshimune Aogami Blue #2 Damascus 33-Layer Kiritsuke 210mm is hammer-forged in Tosa, Japan. A Hon-Warikomi construction with an Aogami #2 carbon steel core, clad in 33 layers of Damascus iron, hardened to 60-62 HRC. Striking Suminagashi Damascus aesthetics, serious carbon steel performance, and the distinctive kiritsuke profile.

The Specs

• Steel: Aogami (Blue) #2 high-carbon steel
• Construction: Hon-Warikomi, 33-layer Damascus (Suminagashi)
• Hardness: 60-62 HRC
• Finish: Polished Damascus
• Blade length: 210mm
• Blade height: 45mm
• Spine thickness at heel: 4mm
• Handle: Walnut (Kurumi), pakka wood ferrule, octagonal
• Edge: Double bevel
• Origin: Tosa, Japan

The Yoshimune Difference

Aogami #2 (Blue Steel #2 by Hitachi Metals) is a chromium and tungsten-enriched high-carbon steel that delivers excellent edge sharpness with slightly superior edge retention compared to White Steel #2. The 33-layer Damascus cladding - known in Japan as Suminagashi, meaning "ink flowing through water" - creates a flowing, marbled pattern across the blade that protects the reactive carbon core while adding striking visual depth. The kiritsuke profile - with its clipped, angled tip - combines the flat cutting stroke of a nakiri with the pointed tip of a gyuto, making it equally capable at push-cutting vegetables and slicing proteins. At 4mm spine thickness, this is a robust, substantial blade with excellent rigidity. The walnut octagonal handle provides a warm, secure grip.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use - Aogami #2 will rust if left wet
• Apply a light coat of food-safe oil if storing for extended periods
• Expect a natural patina to develop with use - this is normal and protective
• Do not cut frozen food or bones - the edge will chip
• Sharpen with a whetstone to maintain the edge
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block