{"product_id":"irodori-ao2-kurozome-rainbow-damascus-custom-rose-kiritsuke-240mm","title":"Irodori Ao2 Kurozome Rainbow Damascus Custom Rose Kiritsuke 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kiritsuke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eCarbon Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aogami Blue #2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rainbow Damascus (Copper) w\/ Spine Damascus Exposed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 62HRC (+\/-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Olive Wood with Epoxy and Infused Rose Flower Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 240\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.80mm tapared to 2.30mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 206\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery so often, a blade and a handle come together so naturally that it feels like they were never meant to exist apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular Nigara Irodori arrived as an already exceptional hand-forged Japanese blade, but the transformation happened here at Kakushin. After sorting through countless handle options, one stood above the rest. Rich olive wood. A deep black ferrule. A clear epoxy tip preserving a delicate rose within. Individually, each element is beautiful. Together, they create something remarkably cohesive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNothing feels forced. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dark ferrule mirrors the deeper tones found throughout the blade, while the olive wood introduces warmth and natural character. At the front, the translucent resin tip adds a completely different dimension, capturing light and depth while showcasing the rose suspended inside. Depending on the angle, the handle can feel sophisticated and understated or bold and artistic. It is equally at home in a professional kitchen, a collection display, or as the centerpiece of a personal knife roll.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost importantly, there is only one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade itself is part of Nigara Hamono's highly sought-after Irodori series, forged from Aogami Blue #2 carbon steel. Known for its outstanding edge formation, long-lasting sharpness, and incredibly satisfying feedback on the stones, Blue #2 remains one of the steels enthusiasts return to again and again. It rewards those who appreciate traditional Japanese carbon steel performance without compromise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisually, the blade carries a presence that photographs rarely capture completely. Beneath the darker Kurozome finish lies Nigara's striking Rainbow Damascus, where layers of steel create subtle waves of charcoal, bronze, grey, and silver tones. The pattern shifts continuously as the light changes, revealing details that seem to appear and disappear throughout the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most captivating features is the exposed Damascus spine. Rather than hiding the construction, Nigara allows the forging process to remain visible, exposing the layered steel from heel to tip. It's the kind of detail collectors immediately notice and the sort of craftsmanship that separates truly special knives from ordinary production pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn use, the knife feels every bit as refined as it looks. The forged geometry provides substance and confidence without sacrificing precision. It moves effortlessly through ingredients, maintaining the kind of control, balance, and cutting feel that has earned Nigara its reputation among serious knife enthusiasts worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA single blade. A single handle. A single opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Assembled in Canada 🍁","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51275715477737,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/IrodoriAo2KurozomeRainbowDamascusCustomRoseKiritsuke240mm.png?v=1781527664","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/irodori-ao2-kurozome-rainbow-damascus-custom-rose-kiritsuke-240mm","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}