Hatsukokoro ATS34 damascus gyuto 240mm

• Crafted in Seki, Japan for the Hatsukokoro brand
• Blade length 238mm / 9.37"
• Core steel ATS34 stainless steel, equivalent to CPM154
• ATS34 / CPM154 originally developed for aerospace applications, later adapted for cutlery
• Known for balanced properties - edge retention and toughness
  
• Full stainless construction for easy maintenance
• Octagonal teak handle with buffalo horn ferrule
• Suitable for both home cooks and professional chefs

The Hatsukokoro ATS34 damascus gyuto is a Japanese chef's knife made in Seki, Japan. Its core steel is ATS34, equivalent to CPM154, which was originally developed for jet engine turbine components. This high-performance stainless steel has since found its way into premium cutlery. The blade showcases a colored damascus. ATS34 is known for its balanced combination of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.

This gyuto is versatile in the kitchen, excelling at a wide range of cutting tasks. It's particularly effective for slicing meats, chopping vegetables, and general food preparation. The knife's design and steel properties make it suitable for both home cooks and professional chefs seeking a reliable, all-purpose cutting tool.

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Brand: Hatsukokoro
Producing Area: Seki, Japan
Knife type: gyuto
Finish: damascus
Core steel: ATS34
Steel type: stainless steel
Cladding: stainless clad damascus

Overall length: 386mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 238mm / 9.37"
Blade height at the heel: 50.8mm
Spine thickness:
• at the handle: 2.6mm
• at the heel: 2.4mm
• midway: 2.0mm
• 1cm from the tip: 0.6mm
Weight: 177g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal teak with buffalo horn ferrule
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya/ sheath: Not included

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Note:
a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Hatsukokoro ATS34 damasus gyuto knife, please refer to our care guide below.
b. Please be aware that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
c. Similarly, it's common for these handcrafted knives to have minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs.
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