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Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm
Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm
Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm

Takayuki Homura Guren Yanagiba 300mm

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Crafted with unparalleled skill and dedication, the Homura Guren series by Sakai Takayuki stands as a beacon of high-quality Kurouchi craftsmanship. Each knife in this prestigious collection is forged by the esteemed blacksmith Itsuo Doi, employing the revered Blue 2 steel. Through a meticulous hammer-forging process, these knives not only boast unique and proven profiles but also feature hand-hammered finishes and convex grinds, marrying aesthetic beauty with unmatched performance.

Itsuo Doi, heir to the legendary blacksmith Keijiro Doi, continues a family legacy of crafting the finest hand-forged knives for over seven decades. As a mark of authenticity and excellence, Mr. Doi's family emblem is delicately engraved near the logo on each blade, symbolizing a heritage of quality.

The series' namesake, Guren, or Red Lotus, draws inspiration from the mesmerizing red flames produced by burning fine pine charcoal in the Doi family's forge, reflecting the vibrant spirit and passion infused in every knife.

At the heart of these exquisite knives lies the renowned Aoko or Blue Paper (Aogami) No.2 Steel, made from the famed Yasugi steel. This prime high carbon steel is celebrated for its superior wear resistance and toughness, making it a preferred choice for the creation of high-end Japanese kitchen knives.

  • Brand: Sakai Takayuki
  • Blacksmith: Doi san
  • Location: Sakai, Japan
  • Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
  • Edge Steel: Blue #2
  • Cladding: Iron
  • Finish: Kurouchi Tsuchime
  • Handle: Urushi Oak Octagonal Burnt Finish
  • Edge: Traditional Single Bevel Grind, Right
  • Weight: 9.6 oz (274 g)
  • Edge Length: 298 mm
  • Total Length: 451 mm
  • Spine Thickness at Base: 4.8 mm
  • Blade Height: 36.0mm

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