The Hatsukokoro Kumokage kurouchi damascus aogami#2 gyuto is a handcrafted Japanese knife from the Hatsukokoro Kumokage series forged by Muneishi Hamono in Tosa, Japan. This gyuto knife features a kurouchi damascus finish and is made with Aogami #2 steel, known for its sharpness and edge retention. At 180mm, the blade length is perfect for quick prep tasks or for those with limited kitchen space.
(Note: The dark grey color on the core steel is due to the etching done by the maker.)
··•·· Brand: Hatsukokoro Series: Kumokage Maker: Muneishi Hamono Producing Area: Tosa, Japan Knife type: gyuto Purpose: All-purpose knife for meat, fish, and vegetables Finish: kurouchi damascus Core steel: Hitachi Aogami#2 (blue#2) Steel type: carbon Cladding: Iron clad damascus
Overall length: 360mm Blade length (heel to tip): 211mm Blade height at heel: 49.1mm Spine thickness at handle: 3.3mm Spine thickness at heel: 2.8mm Spine thickness at middle: 1.9mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.1mm Weight: 179g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: mono wood octagonal Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Hatsukokoro Kumokage kurouchi damascus aogami#2 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.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Care Guide
