Yu Kurosaki SG2 Senko kiritsuke gyuto 210mm with custom saya

Specifications

The Yu Kurosaki SG2 Senko Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm is a premium Japanese kitchen knife crafted by esteemed blacksmith Yu Kurosaki in Echizen, Japan. Its distinctive star-shaped tsuchime (hammered) finish not only enhances visual appeal but also minimizes friction, allowing for smoother and more efficient cuts.

Forged with SG2 core steel, this knife delivers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance, making it ideal for professional kitchen environments. The octagonal rosewood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, complementing the knife’s refined aesthetics.

Although categorized as a kiritsuke gyuto, this knife deviates from the traditional flat profile of a k-tip gyuto, maintaining a more typical gyuto profile for enhanced versatility across various cutting tasks.

Details

• Blacksmith: Yu Kurosaki
• Location: Echizen, Fukui, Japan
• Knife Type: Kiritsuke Gyuto
• Finish: Tsuchime
• Construction Type: Warikomi
• Cladding: Stainless clad
• Core Steel: SG2
• HRC: ~63
• Steel Type: Stainless Steel

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 360mm
• Blade Length (heel to tip): 213mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 50.7mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At the handle: 2.2mm
  • At the heel: 2.1mm
  • Midway: 2.0mm
  • 1cm from the tip: 1.0mm
• Weight: 141g
• Edge/Bevel: 50:50
• Handle: Octagonal Rosewood
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous

Important Notes

• Care & Maintenance: Japanese knives, such as the Yu Kurosaki SG2 Senko Kiritsuke Gyuto, require dedicated care. Please refer to our guide for expert maintenance tips.
• Measurements: Slight variations are normal due to the handcrafted nature of the knife.
• Cosmetic Details: Minor surface finish variations are common in artisanal knife-making.