Brand: Hatsukokoro
Maker: Yoshikane Hamono
Origin: Sanjo, Japan
Shape: Sujihiki (Slicing Knife)
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: Shirogami (White #2) Carbon Steel
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Nashiji ("Pear Skin")
Engraving: Hand Engraved ("Hatsukokoro")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Blade Length: 9.4" (240mm)
Edge Length: 9.4" (240mm)
Blade Height: 1.6" (40mm)
Handle Length: 5.7" (145mm)
Overall Length: 15.7" (400mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.6mm at Heel
Weight: 6.2 oz. (182g)
Care: Wash & Dry by Hand (Not Dishwasher Safe)
Item number: YH-S2N-S240-E