7" AUS-8 Kiritsuke

About this product

A 7-inch Kiritsuke in AUS-8 alloy steel—angled tip profile for cooks who want one knife that bridges chef and slicer cues. Kiritsuke tips suit scoring and precise tip work more than a blunt nakiri.

Choose this when you like the angled silhouette and already understand it is a multipurpose blade, not a classic single-bevel sushi-only tool on this listing.

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Key specs

7" Kiritsuke multipurpose profile.
AUS-8 alloy steel on title.
Angled tip for tip work and slicing cues.
Bridges chef/slicer geometry for home use.
Single knife parent.
Distinct silhouette vs santoku/nakiri.

Pros

Angled tip versatility.
Everyday AUS-8 steel.
Clear alternative shape in the lineup.

Cons / watch-outs

Learning curve if you expect a Western chef tip.
Not a vegetable cleaver.
Confirm handle and edge on listing.

Who it's for

Cooks drawn to kiritsuke geometry for everyday prep.

Where it fits in the range

Santoku alternative: 7" Black Forged Santoku. Longer gyuto: 8.27" AUS-8 Gyuto. Hub: Kanngou review.

Worth checking before you buy

profile and steel. Care: hand-wash unless stated.

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