{"product_id":"black-forged-kitchen-knife-set-kurouchi-finish","title":"6-Piece Black Forged Kitchen Knife Set with Kurouchi Finish","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is Our 6-Piece Black Forged Kitchen Knife Set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 6-Piece Black Forged Kitchen Knife Set carries a kurouchi finish, the dark oxide layer left on the blade from the forge rather than ground away. Each blade pairs that black upper section against a bright polished bevel, which is the contrast that defines the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandles are grey laminate with polished steel bolsters and three-pin full tang construction, and a leather storage roll is included. Browse the wider range in our\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/kitchen-knives-set\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ekitchen knife sets collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included in Our Black Forged Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 curved butcher knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 vegetable cleaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 utility knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 compact cleaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 boning knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 leather storage roll with securing straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is a Kurouchi Finish?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKurouchi translates roughly as black forge. During forging, the surface of the steel oxidizes at high heat and forms a dark scale layer. Most makers grind that layer off during finishing. A kurouchi blade keeps it on the upper portion of the blade and polishes only the bevel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish does two useful things beyond appearance. The oxide layer is more chemically stable than bare steel, so it slows corrosion across the unpolished area. The rough texture also creates small air pockets between the blade face and food, which helps slices release instead of clinging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKurouchi is a working finish rather than a permanent one. It wears back gradually with use, faster if you cut acidic ingredients or scrub the blade hard. Thinning and patchiness over months of cooking is normal rather than a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Estimated Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Chef Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longest blade in the set handles chopping, slicing, dicing, and general preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Curved Butcher Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pronounced belly suits long draw cuts through larger portions of meat, where the curve does the work instead of a rocking motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 7.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Vegetable Cleaver Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tall rectangular blade gives knuckle clearance above the board and a wide face for moving prepared ingredients to the pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade width: approximately 3.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 11.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the cleaver for vegetables, herbs, fruit, and boneless cuts. Avoid bone, frozen food, and other hard materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Utility Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur utility knife covers fruit, sandwiches, smaller vegetables, and meat trimming without the reach of a full chef knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 6.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 11 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Compact Cleaver Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smaller cleaver profile gives the same tall blade advantage on a smaller board, which suits herbs, garlic, and quick vegetable work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 5.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Boning Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrow curved blade and upswept tip give the control needed for boning, trimming silverskin, and close detail work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 9.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements are approximate because every blade is forged and ground by hand, so small variations between individual sets are normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Blade Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKurouchi black forge finish with polished bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCutting Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGround and sharpened plain edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrosion Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot stainless, requires drying after use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey laminate with polished steel bolsters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull tang, three-pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather roll with securing straps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 kitchen knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare steel options across our range in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-the-best-steel-for-knives\"\u003eknife steel guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Handles Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handle uses grey laminate scales over a full tang, secured with three pins and finished with a polished steel bolster at the blade end. Laminate is dimensionally stable in a wet kitchen, so it does not swell or shrink the way untreated wood does, and it needs no oiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bolster adds mass at the front of the handle and gives your index finger a defined stop before the edge. Full tang construction means the steel runs the length of the handle, so there is no glued joint between blade and grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does the Leather Roll Provide?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather roll gives each blade its own slot with securing straps, keeping edges apart during storage and transport. Dry every knife fully before it goes back in, and use the roll for carrying rather than long-term storage, since leather holds humidity against carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Should You Care for Kurouchi Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with mild soap and warm water, then dry every blade immediately. The kurouchi layer resists corrosion but the sharpened bevel is bare steel and will spot if left wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash gently. Scouring pads and abrasive cleaners strip the black finish faster than normal use does. Keep the set out of the dishwasher entirely, and apply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil to the bevel before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect black residue on a light cloth during the first few uses, and occasional marks when cutting soft foods such as cheese. Neither is harmful and both fade as the finish settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut on wood or a knife-friendly synthetic board rather than glass or stone, since our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-cutting-board-for-knives\"\u003ecutting board guide\u003c\/a\u003e explains how much edge damage a hard surface causes. Sharpen when performance drops using our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e. Sharpening only touches the bevel, so the kurouchi area is unaffected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Our Black Forged Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose our set for its six blade profiles, kurouchi forge finish, full tang laminate handles, steel bolsters, and included leather roll. The dark blade and bright bevel give it a very different look from a patterned blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuyers who want a layered forged pattern instead should compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/raindrop-damascus-chef-knife-set-wenge-wood-handle\"\u003e5-Piece Raindrop Damascus Chef Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e. Cooks who want a stainless blade with the least upkeep should look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/j2-kitchen-knife-set-purple-resin-handle\"\u003e5-Piece J2 Stainless Steel Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife Without Engraving","offer_id":47426062188732,"sku":"0238","price":365.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife With Engraving","offer_id":47426062221500,"sku":"0238-1","price":395.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/black-forged-kitchen-knife-set-kurouchi-finish.webp?v=1788785409","url":"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/black-forged-kitchen-knife-set-kurouchi-finish","provider":"Stag Steel Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}