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Yu Kurosaki VG-XEOS Gekko bunka 165mm

Yu Kurosaki VG-XEOS Gekko bunka 165mm

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Regular price ¥34,000 JPY
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The Yu Kurosaki VG-XEOS Gekko bunka 165mm is a Japanese knife masterfully crafted by the esteemed blacksmith Yu Kurosaki. This knife showcases a new steel, VG-XEOS, developed by Takefu, which is set to replace the HAP40 steel in Kurosaki's Gekko series.

VG-XEOS is an innovative steel grade that delivers an exceptional balance between edge retention and toughness, two characteristics that are typically considered competing opposites.

The Gekko VG-XEOS boasts a polished nashiji finish on the blade, enhancing its visual appeal. The bunka knife design excels in small and medium cutting tasks, making it highly versatile in the kitchen. Complementing the knife is a minimalist octagonal monowood oak handle that ensures a comfortable and secure grip, facilitating precise and controlled cuts.

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Blacksmith: Yu Kurosaki
Location: Echizen, Fukui, Japan
Knife type: bunka
Finish: polished nashiji

Construction type: warikomi
Cladding: stainless clad
Core steel: Takefu VG XEOS
HRC: ~63 

Steel type: stainless steel

Overall length: 315mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 168mm
Blade height at heel: 48.3mm
Spine thickness at handle: 2.2mm
Spine thickness at heel: 2.2mm
Spine thickness at middle: 2.0mm
Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.1mm
Weight: 135g

Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal oak wood
Hand orientation: ambidextrous

Note: Japanese knives, such as this Yu Kurosaki VG-XEOS Gekko bunka knife, benefit from some extra attention. Explore our user-friendly care guide to learn how to keep your knife in excellent condition.


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Care Guide

• Use whetstones for sharpening
• Use wooden or rubber cutting boards
• Keep clean and dry to prevent rust
• Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods
• Hand wash only - no dishwasher
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