Hatsukokoro kurouchi aogami#2 ko-bunka 120mm

Specifications

The Hatsukokoro Kurouchi Aogami #2 Ko-Bunka is a compact all-purpose knife made in Tosa, Japan. It uses Aogami #2 carbon steel with iron cladding and a rustic kurouchi finish. Designed for precise tasks like trimming, slicing herbs, and detail work, its height and profile also make it suitable as a tall petty knife.

• Handforged in Tosa, Japan for the Hatsukokoro brand
• 118mm (4.65") cutting edge length
• Aogami #2 carbon steel core
• Reactive iron cladding develops a protective patina over time
• Octagonal mono ebony handle for comfortable grip control
• Suitable for home cooks and pro chefs
• Ambidextrous use

Details

• Brand: Hatsukokoro
• Producing Area: Tosa, Japan
• Knife Type: ko-bunka
• Finish: kurouchi
• Core Steel: Aogami #2
• HRC: ~63
• Steel Type: carbon steel
• Cladding: iron clad

Blade and Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 241mm
• Blade Length (heel to tip): 118mm (4.65")
• Blade Height at Heel: 40mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At Handle: 3.0mm
  • At Heel: 2.2mm
  • Midway: 1.7mm
  • 1cm from the Tip: 1.0mm
• Weight: 91g
• Edge/Bevel: 5:50
• Handle: octagonal mono-wood ebony
• Hand Orientation: ambidextrous
• Saya/Sheath: Not included

Notes:

• For the care and maintenance of Japanese kitchen knives, such as this Japanese knife, please refer to our care guide below.
• Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
• Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.