Brand: Hatsukokoro
Maker: Nigara Hamono
Series: Yorokobi
Origin: Hirosaki, Japan
Shape: Petty (Utility Knife)
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: SLD Semi-Stainless Steel
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Cladding: Copper & Stainless Steel
Finish: Kurouchi ("Blacksmith's Finish")
Engraving: Hand Engraved ("Hatsukokoro")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony with Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Blade Length: 5.9" (150mm)
Edge Length: 5.5" (140mm)
Blade Height: 1.3" (32mm)
Handle Length: 4.6" (118mm)
Overall Length: 10.7" (272mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.2mm at Heel
Weight: 3.2 oz. (100g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). With use, the copper cladding and semi-stainless steel cutting core may slightly change color while forming a protective patina over time.
Item #: HH-YK-P150-EWB
