Hatsukokoro FAXR2 damascus kiritsuke gyuto 240mm

• Hand-forged in Toyama, Japan for the Hatsukokoro brand
• Handcrafted by a renowned craftsman based in Toyama
• Blade length 233mm / 9.17"
• Core steel FAXR2, Nachi-Fujikoshi's designation for SG2 stainless steel
• FAXR2 / SG2 known for excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance
• Damascus finish with high polish for a mirror-like appearance
• Full stainless construction for easy maintenance
• Octagonal walnut handle with buffalo horn ferrule
• Suitable for experienced home cooks and professional chefs

The Hatsukokoro FAXR2 damascus kiritsuke gyuto 240mm is a handcrafted Japanese knife forged by a renowned craftsman based in Toyama, Japan. It features a core steel of FAXR2, produced by Nachi-Fujikoshi, the makers of SRS-13 and SRS-15 steel. FAXR2 is Nachi-Fujikoshi's designation for the steel SG2. This high-performance steel is renowned for its excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance. The blade boasts a high polish finish, giving it a mirror-like finish.

This kiritsuke gyuto knife is designed for a wide range of cutting tasks in the kitchen. The 240mm blade length makes it particularly suitable for slicing larger ingredients like vegetables, fish, and boneless proteins. Its versatility allows for various cutting techniques, from precise slicing to general food preparation, making it a valuable tool for both professional chefs and home cooks.

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Brand: Hatsukokoro
Producing Area: Toyama, Japan
Knife type: kiritsuke gyuto
Finish: damascus
Core steel: FAXR2
Steel type: stainless steel
Cladding: stainless clad damascus

Overall length: 388
Blade length (heel to tip): 233mm / 9.17"
Blade height at the heel: 50.8mm
Spine thickness:
• at the handle: 2.4mm
• at the heel: 2.3mm
• midway: 2.1mm
• 1cm from the tip: 0.6mm
Weight: 232g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal walnut 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 FAXR2 damascus kiritsuke 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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