{"product_id":"kyohei-shindo-warikomi-blue-2-kurouchi-santoku-165mm","title":"Kyohei Shindo Warikomi Blue #2 Kurouchi Santoku 165mm Keyaki Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExperience the raw, handcrafted character of a Tosa blacksmith's Santoku - ultra-thin, Kurouchi-finished, and built to develop a beautiful patina.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlacksmith: Kyohei Shindo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: Aogami #2 (Blue Paper Steel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCladding: Iron (Warikomi construction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Kurouchi (blacksmith's forge finish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Even 50\/50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 165mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade height: 53.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: 4.5mm with blacksmith taper to tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 134g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Keyaki (Japanese elm) with plastic ferrule, Wa-style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Tosa, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Kyohei Shindo\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKyohei Shindo is a talented young blacksmith based in Tosa, Kochi Prefecture - a region with a centuries-long tradition of blade-making. He's building a cult following for his ultra-thin knife designs that punch well above their price point. The Warikomi construction sandwiches Aogami #2 carbon steel between iron cladding, giving the blade a reactive core that develops a beautiful patina with use while keeping the cladding easy to maintain. The Kurouchi finish is left from the forge - raw, rustic, and full of character. The keyaki handle is made from Japanese elm, one of the most beautiful native hardwoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only - never dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry immediately after use - carbon steel will rust if left wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of food-safe oil if storing long-term\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHone regularly on a ceramic rod or leather strop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen on whetstones (1000\/3000 grit recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore on a magnetic rack or in a saya (blade guard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chef \u0026 a knife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54633811444003,"sku":"Kyohei AO Kuro Keyaki santoku165","price":215.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/1819\/3230\/files\/6CDD8127-EB0F-4194-90F6-E4AE4FEE49C4.jpg?v=1771820742","url":"https:\/\/chefandaknife.com.au\/products\/kyohei-shindo-warikomi-blue-2-kurouchi-santoku-165mm","provider":"Chef \u0026 a knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}