Hatsukokoro Shinkiro kurouchi damascus AS kiritsuke gyuto 240mm

The Hatsukokoro Shinkiro kurouchi damascus AS kiritsuke gyuto 240mm is a handcrafted Japanese chef's knife forged by Takahiro Nihei. It features a core of Aogami Super steel, known for its exceptional edge retention. The blade is clad in iron damascus with a kurouchi finish, giving it a distinctive rustic appearance. This knife has a substantial weight and feel, appealing to users who prefer heftier knives.

This kiritsuke gyuto is designed for a wide range of kitchen tasks. Its 240mm blade length and versatile profile make it suitable for slicing, dicing, and chopping various ingredients. The kiritsuke gyuto is a great choice for those who prefer a chef's knife with a flatter profile. 

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Brand: Hatsukokoro
Series: Shinkiro
Blacksmith: Takahiro Nihei
Origin: Fukushima, Japan
Knife type: kiritsuke gyuto
Finish: kurouchi damascus
Core steel: Aogami super (Blue super)
Steel type: carbon
Cladding: iron clad damascus

Overall length: 400mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 244mm
Blade height at the heel: 55mm
Spine thickness:
• at the handle: 5.0mm
• at the heel: 4.2mm
• midway: 2.4mm
• 1cm from the tip: 0.7mm
Weight: 268mm
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal walnut with buffalo horn ferrule
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya/ sheath: Not included

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Note:
a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Hatsukokoro Shinkiro kurouchi damascus AS kiritsuke 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.
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