Brand: Hatsukokoro
Maker: Nigara Hamono
Series: Yorokobi
Origin: Hirosaki, Japan
Shape: Kiritsuke
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: SLD Semi-Stainless Steel
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Cladding: Copper & Stainless Steel
Finish: Kurouchi ("Blacksmith's Finish")
Engraving: Hand Engraved ("Hatsukokoro")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony with Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Blade Length: 9.4" (240mm)
Edge Length: 9" (228mm)
Blade Height: 2.1" (53mm)
Handle Length: 5.3" (137mm)
Overall Length: 15" (380mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.2mm at Heel
Weight: 8.4 oz. (239g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). With use, the copper cladding and semi-stainless steel cutting core may slightly change color while forming a protective patina over time.
Item number: HH-YK-K240-EWB
