{"product_id":"koujin-hamono-aogami-2-kurouchi-gyuto-mirror-polish-270mm","title":"Koujin Hamono Aogami #2 (青ニ鋼) Kurouchi Gyuto, mirror polish 270 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 Iron clad Kurouchi with mirror polish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is best suited to the professional chef, or someone who takes meticulous care of their equipment. As beautiful as a mirror polish is, it requires a very high level of maintenance. Please keep this in mind before buying this gorgeous creation of a knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoujin Hamono is part of one of the longest running knife shops along Kappabashi Dori, in Asakusa, Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a sister store to the TDI Knife Shop, with a focus on higher-end Japanese Cutlery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of their long standing reputation and massive buying power, they are able to collaborate with Blacksmiths from all over Japan, creating some beautiful one-off knives and custom collections. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are proud to be able to offer some Chef Selected Knives from our friends at Koujin Hamono, with a focus on both Beauty and Performance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.089%; height: 176.396px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.043%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.3188%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.043%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.3188%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003eIron clad Aogami #2 core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.043%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.3188%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003eKurouchi with mirror polish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.043%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.3188%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003eOctagonal Rosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.043%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.3188%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003eBuffalo Horn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.043%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.3188%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e254g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.043%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.3188%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e270mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.043%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.3188%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003eBase 3.7mm | Mid 2.4mm | Tip 0.6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.043%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.3188%; height: 19.5996px;\"\u003e63-65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAs this is a handmade product, every knife will vary slightly in appearance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere may be some markings or imperfections in the Kurouchi finish. This is a result of the manufacturing process and handling during the finishing and sharpening process. It does not affect the quality of the blade. In a knife such as this, it is a distinguishing quality.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKurouchi (黒打ち) is a traditional Japanese finish applied to knives, particularly to those made from carbon steel. This is achieved through a specific forging and finishing process that leaves the natural scale of the carbon steel intact on the blade's surface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe blackened layer created by Kurouchi serves as a protective coating against rust and corrosion. It acts as a natural patina, reducing the blade's reactivity to acidic foods and moisture compared to polished carbon steel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis finish will wear away over time, giving every knife its own unique look and character. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its protective qualities, Kurouchi knives still require proper care to maintain their appearance and performance. Regular drying and oiling of the blade is highly  recommended to prevent rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAogami #2 is not stainless and will develop a patina over time with use. Regular maintenance by drying and oiling the blade helps prevent rust and corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is what we would consider a high maintenance knife. It must be kept oiled and dry when not in use. The blade will develop a natural patina over time, but if not cared for properly, it will rust. Please take care.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e=== IMPORTANT Notes Before Purchase === \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.Import duties, taxes (VAT, GST, etc.) and handling charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Please check with your country's customs office to determine any additional costs prior to purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe cannot accept any return or cancellation due to any duties left unpaid in your country.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. This is a handmade product. Each knife is unique and some may carry slight marks or blemishes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are not defects.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf a defect is detected at any stage during the making process, the knife would be discarded and would not be allowed to leave the workshop to be sold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Definition of Blade Length: the Length from top edge of the blade (tip) to Root of the steel [NOT top edge of the blade (tip) to the end (Ago)]. All measurements are taken from the spine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. This knife is made of Carbon Steel, not Stainless Steel. 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