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Japanese Kurouchi All-Purpose Chef Knife Blue Steel #2 Stainless Clad

### **Japanese Kurouchi All-Purpose Knife (Aogami #2 / Stainless Clad)** Handcrafted by master artisans, this traditional Japanese **Kurouchi (Black Forged)** all-purpose knife offers the perfect balance of extreme sharpness and improved ease of maintenance. Powered by a premium **Aogami #2 (Blue Steel #2)** carbon steel core clad in low-maintenance **stainless steel**, it delivers outstanding edge retention and smooth cutting performance. Because each knife is individually **hand-forged**, exact dimensions and finishes may slightly vary from knife to knife, making every piece truly unique. --- ### **Available Sizes**Please select your preferred blade length from the size options:* **150mm (approx. 5.9 inches):** Compact and easy to maneuver, perfect for everyday kitchen tasks, precise prep work, and smaller cutting boards.* **180mm (approx. 7.1 inches):** Standard full-size all-purpose knife, ideal as a main kitchen knife for slicing large vegetables, meats, and fish. --- ### **Specifications*** **Blade Style:** All-Purpose Kitchen Knife / Wa-Bocho* **Core Steel:** Aogami #2 / Blue Steel #2 (青紙2号 高炭素鋼)* **Cladding:** Stainless Steel (ステンレス割込)* **Finish:** Traditional Kurouchi (Black Finish)* **Handle Material:** Natural Wood* **Hand Orientation:** Double-bevel (Ambidextrous / 両刃)* **Craftsmanship:** Hand-forged in Japan*(Note: As these are handcrafted, exact length and weight may vary slightly.)* --- ### **Care & Maintenance (RUST WARNING)*** **STAINLESS CLAD BUT CAN STILL RUST:** While the outer sides are made of rust-resistant stainless steel, the exposed **edge and core are made of high-carbon Blue Steel #2**. The exposed core steel WILL rust if left wet or exposed to moisture. It requires proper care to keep the cutting edge clean and rust-free.* **Hand Wash Only:** Wash immediately after use with warm water and mild soap.* **Dry Completely:** Towel-dry thoroughly immediately after washing. Never leave it wet on a rack.* **Not Dishwasher Safe:** Do not place in a dishwasher.* **Rust Prevention:** Applying a thin coat of food-grade oil (such as camellia or mineral oil) to the exposed edge after drying is recommended for long-term storage.* **Usage Caution:** Do not use to cut frozen foods, bones, or extremely hard materials to avoid chipping the edge.