Makoto Kurosaki VG7 Damascus Tsuchime Petty 135mm
Makoto Kurosaki VG7 Damascus Tsuchime Petty 135mm
Makoto Kurosaki VG7 Damascus Tsuchime Petty 135mm
Makoto Kurosaki VG7 Damascus Tsuchime Petty 135mm
Makoto Kurosaki VG7 Damascus Tsuchime Petty 135mm
Makoto Kurosaki VG7 Damascus Tsuchime Petty 135mm
Makoto Kurosaki VG7 Damascus Tsuchime Petty 135mm

Makoto Kurosaki VG7 Damascus Tsuchime Petty 135mm

£140.00

A lightweight and nimble mid sized utility knife, beautifully finished and ideal for working on smaller produce.

Currently out of stock

Product Code: MAKOT-001

Knife & Range Specifications

Knife Measurements
  • Blade Edge Length: 136mm / 5.35" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Knife Length: 260mm / 10.24" (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 28.9mm / 1.14" (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 2.1mm / 0.08" (Spine width above the heel) 2.1mm / 0.08" (Measured halfway along spine) 1.5mm / 0.06" (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 71 grams / 2.5 oz

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and finishes.

Range Specifications
  • Core Steel: VG7
  • Cladding Steel: Stainless
  • Blade Finish: Damascus | Polished | Tsuchime
  • Hardness: ~61 (HRC)
  • Handle Style: Japanese (Wa)
  • Handle Material: Single piece octagonal walnut
  • Left or Right handed: Suitable for both (Double Bevel)

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Makoto Kurosaki - VG7 Damascus Tsuchime

Our in-depth range review

First Impressions

From the moment you open the subtle green presentation box and see the understated knife, it's clear it's been made by experienced and skilled hands.

With essentially zero distal taper and a flat grind running to a very thin edge offer clean and precise cutting.

The fit and finish are excellent and the edge performance is excellent as you would expect, the VG7 is ready to get to work in your kitchen!

Beauty

Subtle, understated and classy - the damascus layering running down to the edge has great detail and the tsuchime hammer marking is equally subtle but they both combine well and it's offset with a single piece octagonal walnut handle.

In Hand

Lightweight and nimble across the range, on the larger knives the balance point tends to be around the middle of the blade kanji and they're comfortable and easy to use for a wide range of jobs.

Durability

The VG7 core is a stainless steel and clad in a stainless steel too so these knives are easy to care for and boasts an excellent level of overall robustness and durability.

Ease of Care & Maintenance Tips

Follow our normal care instructions and for longer term care and maintenance we recommend our Japanese knife care kit.

VG7 is an easy steel to sharpen and maintain and ideal for passionate home cooks and professionals alike.

Our Verdict

Classy, great value for money and an excellent option for both home and professional kitchens (and an ideal gift choice too).

For those seeking low maintenance edges with a thinner geometry then look no further!

Meet the maker

Makoto Kurosaki

Makoto Kurosaki is a skilled craftsman based in Echizen, Fukui – one of Japan’s historic centres of forged cutlery. He began his career apprenticing under respected master Hiroshi Kato, where he developed a strong foundation in sharpening and finishing before moving into full knife-making.

Makoto is also the elder brother of Yu Kurosaki, and the two share a close professional connection, with Makoto’s sharpening expertise influencing Yu’s early work and vice versa. Today, Makoto produces his own small-batch knives, recognised for clean grinds, keen edges and the refined workmanship that reflects both his training and his family’s craft heritage.

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