Hand-forged in Tosa, Japan for the Hatsukokoro brand
84mm / 3.31" blade made from Aogami#2 (Blue#2) carbon steel, offering excellent sharpness and edge retention
Kurouchi finish provides a rustic appearance and some protection against corrosion
Iron clad, will develop a protective patina over time
Ideal for off-board tasks such as peeling and detailed cutting of fruits and vegetables
Fitted with an octagonal ebony handle
Ambidextrous, suitable for both right- and left-handed users
Hatsukokoro kurouchi aogami#2 petty knife with an 80mm blade is a handcrafted Japanese kitchen knife made by a Tosa-based blacksmith. The blade has a kurouchi finish with an aogami#2 steel core.
The 80mm blade length on this petty knife makes it useful for off-board work, such as peeling and detailed cutting of fruits and vegetables. The knife has an octagonal ebony handle.
Overall length: 212mm Blade length (heel to tip): 84mm / 3.31" Blade height at the heel: 26.4mm Spine thickness: • at the handle: 2.4mm • at the heel: 2.0mm • midway: 1.5mm • 1cm from the tip: 1.1mm Weight: 62g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal ebony (mono wood) Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
⎯ Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 80mm Hatsukokoro kurouchi aogami#2 petty knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives. c. Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process. ··•··
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
