Brand: Hatsukokoro
Series: Hayabusa
Origin: Seki, Japan
Shape: Bunka
Blade Construction: San Mai
Core Steel: HAP40 Powder Semi-Stainless Steel
Hardness: 65-67 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Migaki ("Polished")
Engraving: Laser ("Hatsukokoro")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Bubinga
Blade Length: 7" (180mm)
Edge Length: 6.9" (177mm)
Blade Height: 1.9" (47mm)
Handle Length: 5" (127mm)
Overall Length: 12.5" (318mm)
Spine Thickness: 2mm at Heel
Weight: 4.5 oz. (130g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). While this knife has stainless cladding for easier overall maintenance, the area near the edge is semi-stainless steel. This area will not rust as easily as carbon steel, but it may darken and form a protective patina over time.
Item number: HH-HAP40-B180-B
