Shirasagi Kurouchi Blue 2 Custom Asahi Kiri-Deba 150mm
SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Deba (Kiritsuke Style)
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Single
Handle: Rubber from Parker Asahi (Hemp)
Blade Length: 150mm
Heel Height: 48mm
Spine Thickness: 5.50mm
Weight: 249g
Hand-forged by Toru Tomura and sharpened by Tateo Myojin in Kochi, Japan, this 150mm Kiri-Deba embodies both strength and precision in a compact, workhorse format. Designed for fish prep, it takes the traditional Deba’s thick, weighty spine—ideal for robust tasks like breaking down whole fish—and enhances it with a Kiritsuke-style tip that brings precision and control for detailed work around bones and joints.
Crafted from Aogami Blue #2 carbon steel and finished in a dark, rustic Kurouchi coat, the blade projects confidence and utility. The substantial spine gives it reassuring heft and front-heavy balance, allowing gravity to do the work during tough cuts, while the fine-tuned single bevel (right-handed) glides effortlessly for clean, controlled slices.
Paired at Kakushin with an octagonal handle made from Parker Asahi’s hemp-based synthetic rubber, this setup offers a rare mix of tradition and innovation. Soft to the touch yet firm and water-resistant, it provides exceptional grip even when wet—no fuss, no maintenance.
Assembled and fitted in-house at Kakushin, this knife is a study in balance and intent: a front-weighted blade built for power, refined by a tip made for precision.
◻️ Additional Information
Please note that colours, shading, and overall appearance may vary slightly between photos and the product you receive. Lighting, camera exposure, and reflections on materials like steel, epoxy, and wood can all create subtle differences.
Many of our items are handmade, which means each piece has its own character. Minor variations in pattern, texture, or finish are normal and part of the craft.
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◻️ Sharp Certified
Before our knives are shipped, each one undergoes a rigorous sharpness test to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality. Our BESS Certified sharpness scale will guarantee that your knives deliver the smoothest cuts.
This commitment to sharpness not only guarantees that you receive a product that's ready to perform at its best but also reflects our dedication to delivering excellence in every aspect of our field.
◻️ Shipping & Returns
Every product listed on our website is physically in stock at our shop and typically ships within 24 hours — giving us enough time for sharpening and proper packaging.
The only exceptions are custom knife assemblies or engraving, which may require 3-5 days before shipping. Everything is done in-house, so even with the extra steps, it’s still exceptionally fast.
Canadian orders can say goodbye to unexpected duties, additional customs fees and exchange rate fluctuations; all our prices are clear and upfront.
For international orders, we take care of providing the declarations documents on items from foreign countries.
We know choosing a knife online isn’t always easy. To make things stress-free, we offer a flexible 30-day Return Policy on regular-priced items. Take a look at our full policy for all the details!
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