Every Chosera sharpening stone is delivered with a special Nagura stone (67 x 49 x 25 mm) to put a fine sharpening paste on the surface of the Chosera stones during use
representing Nigara's integration of inherited sword smithing traditions with modern metalworking technology
also known as magnolia wood
giving the knife a very strong edge retention
offering high wear resistance and edge retention that requires specific sharpening attention due to the material's density
Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Gyuto 210mm Black Chacate Handle Yukihira Every Chosera sharpening stone isWe all LOVE Shigeki Tanakas knife, light, nimble, not a laser but glides through potatoes effortlessly, with minimal stiction. Problem is, we can never get enough of them. One of the most difficult products to get is the Kurouchi line, the lead time was significant. So a few years ago, I started searching for the perfect replacement: cuts well, rustic looking, and most importantly, same unbeatable price. Fast forward to 2022, we finally received