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Product Specs & Technical Highlights
- Primary SKU / Model ID: AOB-2007 (Manufacturer Part #: 2007)
- Blade Length: 240mm (9.4 inches) — The industry standard for professional versatility.
- Steel Type: Hitachi Aogami Blue Paper Steel #2 — Renowned for its fine grain structure and superior edge holding.
- Blade Finish: Kurouchi (Blacksmith Finish) — A traditional rustic finish that reduces manufacturing costs while providing a protective carbon layer.
- Construction: Hand-forged, double-beveled blade clad with soft iron for structural support.
- Grind: 50/50 Bevel — Suitable for both right and left-handed users.
- Handle Material: Sandalwood with a Blackwood Ferrule — Naturally moisture-resistant and provides a secure, ergonomic grip during 12-hour shifts.
- Country of Manufacture: Japan — Crafted in the historic Minonokuni tradition.
- Chef Feedback: The 240mm length is preferred by professionals for its ability to 'draw cut' large proteins in a single stroke, while the iron cladding makes thinning the knife (maintenance) significantly easier over its lifespan compared to monosteel blades.
When We Recommend the Minonokuni Homura Kuro
Who it Fits Best
Professional line cooks and serious home enthusiasts who have mastered basic sharpening and want a high-performance carbon blade without the high 'mirror-polish' price tag.
Where it Excels
This tool is unbeatable for heavy prep. It glides through root vegetables and soft proteins with equal ease, holding its edge through an entire double-shift.
Professional Comparisons
It offers significantly better edge retention than a Global or Victorinox, and feels more 'organic' and balanced in a pinch grip than a heavy Wusthof Classic.
Chef Feedback
"Our pro customers love the weight; it has enough heft to do the work for you, but the balance is so far back toward the heel that it doesn't cause wrist fatigue."
Trade-offs & Considerations
Because it is high-carbon, it is brittle. Do not use this for hacking through bones, frozen foods, or hard squash, as the edge may chip.
Additional Info
| Blade Length (Inches) | 9.4 in. |
|---|---|
| Blade Length (mm) | 240 mm |
| Blade Width (inches) | No |
| Grind | 50/50 Bevel |
| Steel Type | Hitachi Ao-Gami (Blue Steel) |
| Rockwell Hardness | No |
| Stainless | No |
| Handle Material | No |
| Spine Thickness (mm) | No |
| Brand | Minonokuni |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
| SKU | AOB-2007 |
| Manufacturer's Part Number | 2007 |
| Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | No |
