K&S Custom Ebony with Square Mosaic Pin Silm Octagonal WA HandleA statement of precision and craftsmanship, this K&S premium handle pairs the timeless beauty of ebony with an exceptionally difficult detail a square mosaic pin. Unlike traditional round pins, which can be installed through a simple drilled hole, a square pin demands painstaking hand fitting and machining accuracy. Each corner must align perfectly within the dense, unforgiving ebony wood a process that tests even the most skilled artisans. The

combining rustic texture with practical design in a unique western profile

though the exposed carbon steel core still requires drying after use

Combining traditional Japanese design with refined materials

Weighing 175g with a 49

The Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi Santoku 165mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and students seeking a reactive carbon steel blade with an octagonal Black Chacate handle

This 330mm blade utilises Aogami #2 carbon steel at 61-63 HRC

52 mm  Width of Spine Above Heel

taking a sharp edge while remaining forgiving during maintenance

this stainless blade contains 0

Tip to Heel Length 120 mm Blade Height at Heel 29 mm Width of Spine Above Heel 2

The thin geometry behind the edge supports precise cutting performance for users who maintain reactive carbon blades

offering wear resistance and edge retention within a sanmai stainless Damascus clad construction that measures 1