Tojiro VG10 Kurouchi Tsuchime Gyuto 240mm F-1116This is fusion of tradition and modern technology. VG10 in core, 13 chrome stainless steel as outer layers. Kurouchi finish usually gets rust quite easy, but clear coating applied on blade surface in order to prevent having rust easily. Hammered texture is not only design, but effective against food sticking on blade. Handle is made from Japanese magnolia which has smooth texture and good in water resistance. Measurements Measurements Weight 176 g

the stainless equivalent of the famous KS monosteel western line

Czar is a good friend of mine who owns a precision manufacturing business in China

Weighing 65g with a 1

Various K&S  Handle

providing maximum cutting length while minimising friction during use

and their knives are highly similar in terms of desgin and performance: super thin behind the edge

300 mm 330 mm Weight 215 g 245 g Tip to Heel Length 290mm 320 mm Blade Height at Heel  mm Width of Spine Above Heel 3

The Nail File (G-1038)

Ho-wood handle

Medium: suitable for kitchen knife use

half mirror

buffalo horn ferrule (bolster)