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Hatsukokoro Kurokaze kurouchi aogami#2 double bevel deba 165mm

Hatsukokoro Kurokaze kurouchi aogami#2 double bevel deba 165mm

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  • Hand-forged in Tosa, Japan for the Hatsukokoro brand under the Kurokaze series
  • 169mm / 6.65" blade with a core of Aogami#2 (Blue#2) carbon steel
  • Kurouchi finish provides a rustic aesthetic and added protection against corrosion
  • Iron clad – blade will develop a protective patina over time
  • Double bevel design, suitable for both right- and left-handed users
  • Fitted with an octagonal teak handle and buffalo horn ferrule
  • Ideal for processing a range of fish sizes, from small to large

The Hatsukokoro Kurokaze kurouchi aogami#2 double bevel deba 165mm is a handcrafted Japanese knife designed for processing a wide range of fish sizes, from small ones like mackerel to larger fish such as salmon. The core steel is aogami#2, known for its excellent sharpness and edge retention. The double bevel design makes this deba suitable for both left and right-handed users. The kurouchi finish provides a rustic aesthetic and added protection against corrosion.

  • Brand: Hatsukokoro
  • Series: Kurokaze
  • Producing Area: Tosa, Japan
  • Knife type: double bevel deba
  • Finish: kurouchi
  • Core steel: aogami#2/ blue#2
  • Steel type: carbon
  • Cladding: iron clad
  • Overall length: 322mm
  • Blade length (heel to tip): 169mm / 6.65"
  • Blade height at the heel: 52.5mm
  • Spine thickness at the handle: 7.5mm
  • Spine thickness at the heel: 7.3mm
  • Spine thickness midway: 6.3mm
  • Spine thickness 1cm from tip: 4.2mm
  • Weight: 305g
  • Edge/bevel: 50:50
  • Handle: octagonal teak with buffalo horn ferrule
  • Hand orientation: ambidextrous
  • Saya/ sheath: Not included

    Note:
    a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Hatsukokoro Kurokaze kurouchi aogami#2 double bevel deba 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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    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
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