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Hatsukokoro Shinkiro kurouchi damascus AS gyuto 240mm
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The Hatsukokoro Shinkiro kurouchi damascus gyuto 240mm is a Japanese chef's knife hand-forged in Fukushima by Takahiro Nihei. This gyuto features an Aogami Super (Blue Super) carbon steel core clad in iron damascus with a kurouchi finish. Aogami Super is a carbon steel known for excellent edge retention. It stays sharp longer than standard blue or white steels. Despite the hardness, Nihei-san's AS is very easy to sharpen.
The iron damascus cladding will develop a natural patina over time with regular use, giving each knife a unique appearance. At 251g, this is a hefty knife with substantial feel in hand. Fitted with an octagonal ebony handle. An excellent gyuto for those taking a significant step up from their first Japanese knife, and a worthy addition for enthusiasts already familiar with Nihei's work.
Details
Brand: Hatsukokoro Series: Shinkiro Blacksmith: Takahiro Nihei Producing Area: Fukushima, Japan Knife Type: gyuto Finish: kurouchi damascus Core Steel: Aogami Super / Blue Super HRC: ~64 Steel Type: carbon steel Cladding: iron clad damascus
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall Length: 400mm Blade Length (heel to tip): 244mm / 9.61" Blade Height at Heel: 51.9mm Spine Thickness: At Handle: 4.6mm At Heel: 3.9mm Midway: 2.4mm 1cm from the Tip: 0.9mm Weight: 255g Edge/Bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal mono ebony Hand Orientation: ambidextrous Saya/Sheath: Not included
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Nihei knives, please refer to our care guide. b. Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives. c. Similarly, minor cosmetic variations such as light surface marks or fine scuffs are common in these artisanal knives. d. Kurouchi finish is a natural byproduct of forging, so texture and coverage vary from blade to blade. Uneven or patchy areas are normal and not a defect.
