Muneishi Aogami SS Clad Santoku 180mm Kurouchi Made in Japan

Experience the hand-forged precision of a master blacksmith's Santoku - Aogami #2 core, stainless clad, Kurouchi finish, laser-thin grind.

The Specs

• Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue Paper Steel) core with stainless steel cladding (Sanmai)
• Finish: Kurouchi (forge finish)
• Grind: Double bevel
• Blade length: 180mm
• Total length: 325mm
• Weight: 140-150g
• Hardness: 63-64 HRC
• Handle: Oval Honoki wood with black pakka ferrule
• Origin: Japan

About Muneishi

Muneishi-hamono was founded in 1955. The third-generation blacksmith, Kosuke Muneishi, carries out every step of production himself - tempering, forging, hammering, and sharpening. This Santoku features an Aogami #2 carbon steel core sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel (Sanmai construction), giving the blade a reactive, ultra-sharp cutting edge with the corrosion resistance of stainless cladding. The Kurouchi finish is left from the forge - raw, rustic, and full of character. At 63-64 HRC, this is an exceptionally hard knife that holds its edge for a long time. The laser-thin grind and lack of thickening makes sharpening straightforward on whetstones.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use
• Hone on a leather strop or fine ceramic rod
• Sharpen on whetstones (1000/3000 grit recommended) - the hard steel rewards patience
• Store on a magnetic rack or in a saya (blade guard)