Yorokobi SLD Kurouchi Damascus Kiritsuke 210mm (Blade Only)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Kiritsuke
Steel Type: Semi-Stainless Steel*
Blade Material: SLD
Blade Finish: Mat Damascus
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: None ➛ Choose yours
Blade Length: 210mm
Heel Height: 50mm
Spine Thickness: 2.60mm tapered to 2.20mm
Weight: 131.1g
The Yorokobi 210mm Kiritsuke carries the same signature collaboration between Nigara Hamono and Hatsukokoro, but in a slightly more compact format that feels faster, lighter, and incredibly responsive on the board. It keeps the high-end finishing and collector-level attention to detail the series is known for, while offering a size many cooks end up reaching for more often in everyday prep.
At the center of the blade is SLD semi-stainless steel — a steel highly appreciated for balancing long edge retention, toughness, and easier maintenance compared to more reactive carbon steels. It takes a very refined edge, stays stable through heavy use, and still offers that crisp cutting sensation that makes Japanese knives feel so addictive to use.
The finish on this piece is where things start getting special. Dark forged tones blend into flowing Damascus layers with a textured lower bevel that gives the blade a deep, almost industrial appearance while still feeling refined and controlled. Under direct light, the contrast between finishes shifts constantly, giving the knife a ton of visual movement without looking overdone.
Compared to a standard Gyuto, the Kiritsuke profile brings a more focused and precise feel. The flatter edge profile makes push-cutting feel extremely clean, while the angular tip gives excellent control for finer work and detailed cuts. At 210mm, it strikes a sweet spot between agility and reach — large enough to comfortably handle proteins and bigger prep, while remaining compact enough to feel very maneuverable in tighter kitchen spaces.
This is the kind of knife made for people who already understand the difference between a good knife and a truly special one. Limited, beautifully finished, and forged with serious attention behind every detail, the Yorokobi Kiritsuke sits firmly in collector territory — not because it sacrifices performance for appearance, but because it manages to deliver both at an extremely high level.
Kakushin can handle the blade-to-handle assembly for you at our shop. If you're new to the custom knife world and want to confirm the fit and sizing of a handle with a specific blade, feel free to reach out!
