The Hatsukokoro Kokugei Kurouchi Blue1 Gyuto 8.25" is the Japanese knife maker's answer to the Western Chef's Knife. 

The high-performance and hand-forged Hatsukokoro Kokugei series of knives uses premium Blue Paper Steel #1 for superior sharpness that has a soft iron cladding and a rustic Kurouchi finish. This black finish reduces maintenance while providing a unique appearance. 

The traditional octagonal Japanese Wa handle is made with Wenge wood and has a buffalo horn ferrule. 

Due to the handmade nature of this knife, the colour and pattern of the knife, handle and ferrule may vary from knife to knife.