KURO Kurouchi Carbon Steel Clad Sujihiki

<p>The KURO series is a heavy ironclad knife that feels substantial in the hand while the walnut handle is smooth and warm. The White #2 Carbon edge with soft black iron cladding provides a distinctive look as the final layer of iron has an oxide coating to help prevent rust. Heavy and solid, these knives are heavy duty workhorses</p><p>Hand engraved with the chrysanthemum logo.</p><table><tr><td><strong>Blade</strong></td><td>3 Layers; Hand Forged</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Edge</strong></td><td>White #2 Carbon Steel</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Layers</strong></td><td>Iron with Oxide Coating</td></tr><tr><td><strong>HRC</strong></td><td>62</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Bevel</strong></td><td>Double</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Bevel Angle Ratio</strong></td><td>50:50</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Handle</strong></td><td>Octagonal Wa Handle<br/>Walnut handle</td></tr></table><p><span>CAUTION: All Carbon steel blades will patina through regular use and may rust if left wet. This is not a defect, it is a product of the material that comes with carbon steel's ability to take a finer edge, which is why it is preferred by many chefs. This is NOT a stainless steel.</span></p>