Nakagawa Blue1 Wide Bevel Kasumi Bunka 180mm Ebony HandleThis Nakagawa Blue 1 Wide Bevel Kasumi Bunka 180mm is a double bevel knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking precise vegetable and meat preparation. Forged in Sakai by Satoshi Nakagawa, this blade features Aogami #1 carbon steel with a kasumi finish and soft iron san mai cladding. The 180mm bunka profile provides a straighter edge and pointed reverse tanto tip suitable for slicing, dicing, chopping, and intricate julienning

distinguishing it from standard petty profiles used primarily on cutting boards

(Nut shell cracking)

best fit for users requiring a compact blade for in-hand peeling

An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle with spacer completes the specification

with size similar to a normal stone

Steel type: Blue 2 core with copper/brass and stainless clad

It is about 6000 grit equivalent

It may not be able to fit knives from other regions and custom brands

Ginsan steel offers the sharpness associated with carbon steel while providing stainless corrosion resistance

this gyuto suits general-purpose kitchen work where stainless maintenance and artistic forging are prioritised

It is great for chefs entering Japanese cuisine

and students seeking a budget-friendly workhorse with a Black Chacate handle