Posted on 2026-05-22
Product description
Stunning HAP40 gyuto made by Kurosaki san in Echizen, Japan.
HAP40 is a premium, high-speed powdered metallurgy tool steel developed by Hitachi Metals. Note that this knife line is longer made HAP40 so these are increasingly hard to get.
Specs
Edge Steel: Stainless clad HAP40
Handle: Ebony Wa with buffalo horn ferrule.
Dimensions (measured): 250 x 55
Origin: Echizen, Japan
Condition
- Good (light signs of use)
In original packaging?
- Yes
Imperfections (if any)
Minor signs of usageCountry of manufacture
- Japan
Brand/Blacksmith
- Kurosaki, Yu
Blade shape
- Chef's knife (Gyuto)
Blade length (mm)
250Steel category
- Powder steel
Steel type
- HAP-40
Steel hardness (HRC)
- Unknown
Handle material
- Natural (wood)
Seller's return policy
- Domestic returns only (5-day Return Policy)