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Kyohei Shindo Funayuki Knife, Aogami No. 2 Steel, Kurouchi, Zelkova Handle

Kyohei Shindo Funayuki Knife, Aogami No. 2 Steel, Kurouchi, Zelkova Handle

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Spec

Type Bunkabocho (all-purpose kitchen knife)
Blade Double-edged
Length 308mm
Edge 167mm
Weight 117g
Material Aogami No. 2 steel
Handle Keyaki (Japanese zelkova)

Brand

Who is Kyohei Shindo?

Born in Sapporo, Hokkaido, he graduated from a university in Okinawa and moved to Kochi Prefecture with the desire to "make knives as tools." At the time, there were no blacksmiths taking on apprentices, and no system for training successors, so he joined a wholesale company of Tosa cutlery. He borrowed part of a blacksmith's shop, which was a client company, on weekends and began his own training. He gradually honed his skills as a forging craftsman and became independent in 2019 as Kyohei Forging. We strive to create knives that people will choose even if it requires a lot of effort to maintain, that are sharp and easy to sharpen, and that can be used by a wide range of people around the world.

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What is a Funayuki Knife?

The Funayuki knife is a Japanese-style all-purpose knife said to have been carried by fishermen going out to sea. Shaped like a thin deba knife, it can be used for various purposes such as fish, vegetables, and meat.

As these are handmade, each knife is unique and may differ slightly in appearance. Please be aware that the knife you receive may vary slightly from those shown in photos or videos.

What is Aogami No. 2 Steel?

Aogami steel is a type of Yasugi steel, a Japanese steel made by adding chromium and tungsten to Shirogami steel.
Aogami No. 2 contains a high amount of carbon, making it hard, tough, and highly resistant to wear, qualifying it as a premium steel.