Hatsukokoro Shikkoku Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 165mm Ebony Handle kagayaki The blade uses VG XEOS

The blade uses VG XEOS steel from Takefu Special Steel

First of all

Very verstile bench top sharpening set up offered by Suehiro

Ho wood is also water-resistant

Hatsukokoro Shikkoku Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 165mm Ebony Handle kagayaki The blade uses VG XEOSThe Hatsukokoro Shikkoku Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 165mm is a reactive carbon steel general purpose knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking a budget friendly workhorse with a rustic aesthetic. Produced in Tosa as part of the Shikkoku line, this double bevel blade features Aogami #2 steel at 61 63 HRC clad in soft iron with a kurouchi surface finish. The 165mm bunka profile has a straighter edge and pointed reverse tanto tip,