The QE Series Utility pairs true Japanese Aogami steel (also known as Blue #2 steel) high-carbon steel, sourced from Sanyo Riki in Japan, and features expert Chinese forging and finishing. This blade features a three-layer san mai construction, comprising a hardened Aogami Super cutting core surrounded by stainless SUS410 cladding for enhanced corrosion resistance and easier maintenance.

Features:

• Brand: Xinzuo
• Series: PM8M
• Total layers: 3 Layer San Mai
• Blade Length: 5.28 Inches
• Blade Width: 1.26 Inches
• Overall Length: 10.63 Inches
• Tang: Traditional Japanese octagonal Wa handle
• Blade Center Core: Authentic Japanese Aogami No. 2 Composit Steel
• Blade Core Hardness: 62-64 HRC
• Blade Thickness: 2.0 mm
• Tip Angle: 45
• Cutting Edge Angle: 15
• Damascus Blade Material: SUS410 Stainless Steel
• Handle Material: Traditional Japanese octagonal White Maple-White Buffalo Wa handle
• 12 Processes: 12 Processes of Manufacturing and Quality Control
• Heat Process: Vacuum Deep-Cooling Heat Treatment
• Includes: Utility Knife 5.28 inches

Steel & Performance

• Authentic Japanese Aogami Steel core (certificate of origin provided)
• 6264 HRC hardness, optimized for edge retention and slicing precision
• 3-layer composite steel (Aogami Super + SUS410 stainless cladding)
• Fine water-grinding and hand-polishing for a clean satin finish
• ~15 sharpening angle per side for traditional Japanese agility and bite

An Aogami high-carbon knife is prized for its sharpness and edge life, favored by custom bladesmiths for performance-focused chef knives. Here, traditional high-carbon steel is paired with stainless outer layers for real-world kitchen practicality without sacrificing cutting feel.

Handling & Ergonomics

• Traditional Japanese octagonal Wa-handle
• Premium white maple + white buffalo horn ferrule
• Hand-polished for comfortable transitions and controlled grip
• Rounded spine and choil to relieve finger pressure during extended prep
• Curved heel transition to prevent accidental finger contact

The geometry and balance enable precise tip work, smooth rock-chopping, and confident push-cuttingtrue to the Utilitys heritage as a nimble all-purpose Japanese kitchen blade.

Presentation

• Packaged in a solid wood gift/storage box
• Suitable for premium gifting or long-term safe storage

Summary

A professional-grade Utility Aogami knife combining genuine Hitachi-family Aogami Super Steel, refined hand finishing, and traditional Japanese design cues. Exceptional for cooks who appreciate carbon-steel performance and authentic materials, delivered in a form that honors craft and function.