Premium Kyohei Shindo Blue #2 Steel Kurouchi Tall Santoku Knife - Japanese Handcrafted Chef Knife for Slicing, Dicing & Chopping Vegetables, Meat & Fish - Ideal for Home Cooks & Professional Chefs

Kyohei Shindo Blue #2 Iron Clad Kurouchi Tall Santoku

If these are in stock consider yourself lucky. Shindo-san, one year ago was an undiscovered blacksmith. Now, he appropriately has a significant fan base for his extremely thin grinds, and unique style. This special edition tall nakiri features a hammered "S Grind" in which the blacksmith skill full hammers this in place during its creation. This aids in food release. Paired with Shindo-sans, warikomi forging process, this limited edition knife is a special treat for whomever is lucky enough to get one. Superior construction, hammered S grind, and extremely thin grind make this a unique a crazy performer. Vegetables everywhere should be afraid. Very afraid!

Who is Kyohei Shindo?

If you find yourself asking this question, prepare to be acquainted with a name that's set to dominate the knife-making industry. Shindo-san's unparalleled skill and unique style are bound to make him a household name in the coming years.

Product Highlights:

• Blacksmith: Kyohei Shindo
• Location: Tosa, Japan
• Grind: Even
• Steel: Aogami (Blue) #2
• Cladding: Iron
• Finish: Polished Kurouchi
• Handle: Walnut
• Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
• Blade Length: 173 mm
• Overall Length:  317 mm
• Spine Thickness at Heel: 4.8 mm
• Blade Height at Heel:  72 mm

Why Choose This Knife?

Shindo-san's knives are crafted with Blue #2 Carbon steel, also known as Aogami #2, a favorite among culinary enthusiasts. Heat-treated to an optimal HRC of 62+-, these knives strike the perfect balance between edge retention and ease of sharpening. Experience the magic of a knife that's not just a tool, but a testament to a blacksmith's passion and dedication.

Secure your piece of artistry from a blacksmith poised to redefine the standards of knife-making. Order now!