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Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm
Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm
Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm
Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm
Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm
Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm
Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm
Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm
Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm
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Mazaki Hon-Sanmai Blue 1 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 360mm

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Knife Specifications

Due to the handmade nature of many items, slight variations may occur.

Steel
Blue 1 Core, Soft Iron Kurouchi Clad
Hardness
64 HRC
54 Soft 67 Hard
Maintenance
Demanding
5 / 5
How to care for this steel
Style
Kiritsuke
Blade Material
Blue 1 Core, Soft Iron Kurouchi Clad
Handle Material
Octagon Ebony w/Black Horn
Bevel
Double Bevel
Edge Length
365mm
Overall Length
541mm
Spine Thickness Heel/Mid
6.7mm/3.1mm
Blade Height @ Heel
67mm
gWeight
453g

An In Depth Look

Blade Type
Blade Type

The Kiritsuke knife, a symbol of expertise in Japanese cuisine, is traditionally used by executive chefs. This multi-purpose knife combines features of a slicer and a vegetable knife, with its angled tip and long blade. It excels in precise slicing, chopping, and julienning, making it a prestigious and versatile tool.

Steel Type
Steel Type Read

Japanese Blue Steel #1, known as "Aogami" #1, is a premium high-carbon steel enriched with tungsten and chromium. It has seen a recent surge in popularity and is now used by many top-tier knife makers for its superior edge retention and durability. It also offers a unique balance of toughness and sharpness. This steel is highly valued in crafting traditional Japanese knives, especially for professional use.

Care Information
Care Information Read

Hand wash only, never put in a dishwasher. Dry immediately after washing. Store on a magnetic knife strip or in a saya. Sharpen on a whetstone when the blade dulls. Read our full maintenance guide for more information.

Forged In Sanjo·Blacksmith

Naoki Mazaki

Sanjo, Niigata
Naoki Mazaki

Working from a single-smith workshop in Sanjo since 2017.

Coordinates
37.7°N · 138.9°E
Signature
Shirogami 2 with iron cladding
Steels
Aogami #2Shirogami #2
Based in the famed knifemaking city of Sanjo, Niigata, Naoki Mazaki is a talented young artisan whose work is defined by meticulous attention to detail and complete dedication to traditional craftsmanship. Working entirely by himself, from forging and shaping, to sharpening and fitting handles, Mazaki specializes in knives forged from Shirogami #2 steel with iron cladding.

His knives are celebrated for their exceptional performance, refined finish, and distinctive geometry, meticulously honed by hand on whetstones. Due to the careful, solo nature of his craft, Mazaki’s knives have become highly sought-after, known as much for their scarcity as their extraordinary quality.

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