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: 8.25" (210mm)
Edge Length: 8.25" (210mm)
Blade Height: 50mm
Handle Length: 5.2" (133mm)
Overall Length: 14.1" (360mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.43mm at Heel
Weight: 6.7 oz. (190g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand only (not dishwasher safe).
Item number: YH-SKD-K210-B
