Brand: Hatsukokoro
Maker: Yoshikane Hamono
Origin: Sanjo, Japan
Shape: Kiritsuke
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: SKD12 Semi-Stainless Steel
Hardness: 63-64 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Nashiji ("Pear Skin")
Engraving: Hand Engraved ("Hatsukokoro")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Bubinga
Blade Length: 9.4" (240mm)
Edge Length: 9.4" (240mm)
Blade Height: 2.2" (55mm)
Handle Length: 5.4" (137mm)
Overall Length: 15.7" (400mm)
Spine Thickness: 4.1mm at Heel
Weight: 8.6 oz. (246g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand only (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: YH-SKD-K240-B
