Brand: Hatsukokoro
Maker: Yoshikane Hamono
Origin: Sanjo, Japan
Shape: Nakiri
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: 6.5" (165mm)
Edge Length: 6.57" (167mm)
Blade Height: 53mm
Handle Length: 5.0" (128mm)
Overall Length: 12.4" (315mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.5mm at Heel
Weight: 6.9 oz. (198g)
Item number: YH-SKD-N165-B
