Premium Kyohei Shindo Warikomi Blue #2 Kurouchi 165mm Funayuki Japanese Kitchen Knife with Keyaki Wood Wa Handle & Plastic Ferrule - Perfect for Sushi, Sashimi & Precision Cutting

Kyohei Shindo Warikomi Blue #2 Kurouchi 165mm Funayuki with Keyaki Wa Handle and Plastic Ferrule

Not all blacksmiths dreamt of being a blacksmith. Hokkaido born Kyohei Shindo, however, dreamt of being a blacksmith from a young age and accomplished just that by opening up his own shop in Tosa city, in Kōchi prefecture by age 32.

His knives are characterized by having a tapering spine yet incredibly thin cutting edge, and a Tosa lacquered kurouchi finish. For the price, the out-of-box edge and performance of a knife like this is seldom beat.

The Funayuki, a knife once developed to be the only knife fishermen needed on a boat, has evolved over time. The modern approach features a thinner spine, making it more delicate than its original design. Although we don't recommend using it to fillet a fish, the Funayuki excels in other areas.

One of its standout features is the aggressive pointed tip, similar to that of a bunka, which gently slopes back towards the spine like a santoku. This versatile shape makes it an excellent choice for tasks like cutting carrots with minimal wedging or for anyone seeking a hybrid between a santoku and a bunka.

Specifications:

• Brand: Kyohei Shindo
• Knife Smith: Kyohei Shindo
• Sharpener: Kyohei Shindo
• Line: Warikomi hand forged
• Core Steel: Blue #2 (Aogami #2)
• Construction: Warikomi
• Finish: Kurouchi
• Cladding: Soft Iron (reactive)
• Style: Funayuki
• Blade Length: 168mm
• Overall Length: 310mm
• Spine Thickness at Heel: 4.4mm
• Blade Height: 47.5mm
• Weight: 133g
• HRC: 62
• Handle: Keyaki with Plastic Ferrule

This Kyohei Shindo Warikomi Blue #2 Kurouchi 165mm Funayuki is perfect for those who appreciate the precision and versatility of Japanese blades, with a shape and profile designed for delicate cutting tasks while still maintaining robust performance.