Kasumi Kuro Hammered Damascus Japanese Santoku Knife - 170mm
Kasumi Kuro Hammered Damascus Japanese Santoku Knife - 170mm
Hand-forged in Seki, Japan—a city renowned for its centuries of sword-making heritage—the Kasumi 'Kuro' Santoku is a stunning example of Japanese knife artistry. It masterfully combines two traditional finishes: a Damascus wave pattern and a hand-hammered (tsuchime) texture, creating a blade that is as beautiful as it is functional.
The blade features a high-carbon Molybdenum Vanadium steel core, hardened to HRC 57-58 for exceptional sharpness and long-lasting edge retention. This core is clad in layered Damascus steel, creating the signature 'kasumi' or mist-like pattern along the edge.
What's Included
- 1 x Kasumi Kuro Santoku Knife - 170mm
- 1 x Premium Gift Box
Key Features
- Hammered (Tsuchime) Finish: The beautiful, hand-hammered indentations are not just for looks; they create small air pockets that help reduce food from sticking to the blade during slicing.
- Damascus Steel Blade: The core is clad in multiple layers of steel, forged and folded to create a distinctive and beautiful wave-like pattern.
- Octagonal Pakkawood Handle: The traditional octagonal handle is crafted from durable black pakkawood, offering a comfortable and secure grip for precise control.
- Versatile Santoku Shape: The 170mm Santoku profile excels at the 'three virtues'—slicing, dicing, and mincing—making it the perfect all-purpose knife for any kitchen.
Care Instructions
- Hand wash only with warm water and a mild detergent. Do not use a dishwasher, as high heat and harsh detergents can damage the blade and handle.
- Dry the blade thoroughly with a soft cloth immediately after washing to prevent rust or water spots.
- Store in a dry place, such as a knife block or magnetic strip, to protect the cutting edge.
- Hone the blade regularly to maintain its edge and sharpen on a whetstone as needed.
About Kasumi
Kasumi knives are produced by the Sumikama Cutlery factory in Seki, Japan, a city with an 800-year history of blade-making excellence. Renowned for their expertise in crafting multi-layered Damascus steel, Kasumi combines traditional techniques with modern technology to create knives that are exceptionally sharp, durable, and beautifully finished.
Specifications
| Brand | Kasumi |
| Series | Kuro |
| Model | 35017 |
| Knife Type | Santoku |
| Blade Material | Molybdenum Vanadium High-Carbon Steel Core, Damascus Cladding |
| Blade Hardness | HRC 57-58 |
| Blade Length | 170mm |
| Blade Thickness | 2mm |
| Handle | Octagonal Black Pakkawood |
| Weight | Approx. 145 g |
| Packaging | Gift Box |
| Country of Origin | Made in Seki, Japan |
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