Brand: Hatsukokoro
Series: Hayabusa
Origin: Seki, Japan
Shape: Gyuto (Chef's Knife)
Blade Construction: San Mai
Core Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue Carbon Steel)
Hardness: 61-62 HRC
Cladding: Copper & Stainless Steel
Finish: Mirror Polish Damascus
Engraving: Stamped ("Hatsukokoro")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Stabilized Birch with White G10 Ring
Blade Length: 8.25" (210mm)
Edge Length: 8.3" (213mm)
Blade Height: 1.7" (45mm)
Handle Length: 5.2" (133mm)
Overall Length: 14.0" (356mm)
Spine Thickness: 2.3mm at Heel
Weight: 5.2 oz. (149g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). The area near the edge is carbon steel and will rust if not cared for properly. With use, the copper cladding and carbon steel cutting core will change color while forming a protective patina over time.
Item number: HH-RD-G210-SB
