{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-x-yoshihiro-yauji-blue-2-damascus-k-tip-yanagiba-330mm-kutsurogi-engraved","title":"Hatsukokoro x Yoshihiro Yauji Blue 2 Damascus K-tip Yanagiba 330mm Old Stock","description":"Discover the exceptional craftsmanship of this Hatsukokoro x Yoshihiro Yauji Blue 2 Damascus K-tip Yanagiba 330mm, a true masterpiece in the world of Japanese kitchen knives. This old stock piece features a stunning hand-laminated Blue 2 (Aogami 2) carbon steel core with soft iron Damascus cladding, finished with a nuanced, hazy Kasumi polish that resembles a natural stone finish. The single bevel construction and notably thin spine, characteristic of a premium Japanese kitchen knife, provide clean, precise slicing perfect for sashimi and delicate proteins. Forged and sharpened by Yoshihiro Yauji, a student of Hideo Kitaoka in the Takefu Knife Village, this Japanese kitchen knife offers an understated elegance and impressive fit and finish. The K-tip (Kirisuke) Yanagiba profile combines the slicing prowess of a traditional Yanagiba with enhanced tip utility. It is paired with a beautiful dyed blue curly maple octagonal WA handle with a stainless steel ferrule for balance and durability. This Japanese kitchen knife represents outstanding value for pro chefs and enthusiasts seeking a genuine, artisanal single-bevel blade with a compelling backstory. Note: This older batch features Yauji's own 'Kutsurogi' engraving.","brand":"Yoshihiro Yauji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47797962801373,"sku":"YAUJ_B2DA_KYA330","price":499.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_4188.jpg?v=1776384482","url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/products\/hatsukokoro-x-yoshihiro-yauji-blue-2-damascus-k-tip-yanagiba-330mm-kutsurogi-engraved","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}