Mcusta Zanmai - Beyond Blue Bunka 180(ZBX-5016B)

Made in  Seki City

Mcusta Zanmai’s “Beyond Blue” series is innovative and traditional at the same time. Beyond expectations and yet firmly fashioned after tradition; it is exceptionally thin, lightweight, sharp, sporting a K-Tip and curved blade profiles for clean slicing and fine cuts.

Beyond’s blades are sanmai construction, cladded with stainless on the outside safeguarding the Super Aogami (Blue#2 carbon) steel in the core (HRC 64) and hosting a mirror polish edge, which will give way to a natural patina with use.

These blades are complemented with a traditional, octagonal Wa handle made from non-stabilized natural wood, accessorized by a decorative pin, and twisted for remarkable comfort.

While not a workhorse knife, it can assist in the most delicate jobs and thinnest cuts for both professionals and avid home chefs. The Beyond series performs as expected from hand-finished Japanese cutlery and has great edge retention to stay slicing longer.

Product Details:

• Steel Type:Super Aogami/ stainless clad
• Hardness: Estimated HRC of 63-64
• Handle Material: Hinoki with Nickel Silver Ferrule
• Heel Height: 50mm
• Weight: 160g
• Edge Length: 180mm
• Handle: Wa Twisted Octagonal

Care:

Carbon steel knives require immediate cleaning and thorough drying after each use to prevent rust. Hand-wash with warm soapy water, never use a dishwasher, and regularly apply food-safe mineral oil or camellia oil to the blade to protect it. A natural patina will develop over time, which helps protect the blade from corrosion. Store securely in a knife block, magnetic strip, or sheath.

Acidic Foods: Rinse immediately after cutting citrus, tomatoes, or onions to prevent discoloration.

Maintenance: Use wooden or plastic cutting boards; avoid glass, granite, steel, and bamboo. Use a ceramic honing rod regularly to maintain the edge.

Do not use for cutting bones, frozen food, or extremely hard items to avoid chipping.