Brand: Hatsukokoro
Series: Kurokaze
Origin: Tosa, Japan
Shape: Deba
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue Carbon Steel)
Hardness: 61-62 HRC
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi ("Blacksmith's Finish")
Engraving: Stamped ("Hatsukokoro")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Wenge with Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Blade Length: 6.5" (165mm)
Edge Length: 6.7" (170mm)
Blade Height: 2.1" (53mm)
Handle Length: 5.3" (135mm)
Overall Length: 12.5" (320mm)
Spine Thickness: 7.7mm
Weight: 10.2 oz. (290g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). This knife has a full carbon steel blade and reactive cladding. It will rust if not cleaned and dried promptly after use. Any rust that forms should be removed. Over time, if cared for properly, this knife will develop a beautiful and protective patina.
Item number: HZ-B2K-D165-WB
