Brand: Hatsukokoro
Maker: Yoshikane Hamono
Origin: Sanjo, Japan
Shape: Gyuto (Chef's Knife)
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: Stabilized Birch
Blade Length: 8.25" (210mm)
Edge Length: 8.25" (210mm)
Blade Height: 1.7" (45mm)
Handle Length: 5" (128mm)
Overall Length: 13.8" (350mm)
Spine Thickness: 4mm at Heel
Weight: 6.1 oz. (173g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand only (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: YH-SKD-G210-ST