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Hatsukokoro Shirasagi ginsan deba 180mm

Regular price ¥37,000 JPY
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Specifications

Crafted in Tosa, Japan for the Hatsukokoro brand, this 180mm deba knife is designed for heavy-duty fish butchery and whole fish breakdown. Featuring a Ginsan (Silver #3) stainless steel core by Hitachi Metals Ltd., this knife offers full stainless construction for optimal corrosion resistance and easy maintenance.

  • Handcrafted in Tosa, Japan for Hatsukokoro
  • Deba: Heavy-duty traditional knife designed for fish butchery and whole fish breakdown
  • 178mm (7.0") cutting edge length
  • Ginsan (Silver #3) stainless steel core by Hitachi Metals Ltd.
  • Full stainless construction for optimal corrosion resistance and easy maintenance
  • Traditional octagonal teak handle with buffalo horn ferrule for comfortable grip control
  • Right-handed single bevel design
  • Versatile 180mm size suitable for small fish to medium-sized fish like whole salmon

Details

  • Brand: Hatsukokoro
  • Blacksmith: Undisclosed
  • Sharpener: Myojin Riki Seisakusho
  • Producing Area: Tosa, Japan
  • Knife Type: Deba
  • Finish: Migaki
  • Core Steel: Ginsan (Silver #3)
  • HRC: ~62
  • Steel Type: Stainless
  • Cladding: Stainless

Blade & Handle Specs

  • Overall length: 335mm
  • Blade length (heel to tip): 178mm (7.0")
  • Blade height at heel: 53.2mm
  • Spine thickness:
    • At the handle: 7.5mm
    • At the heel: 7.1mm
    • Midway: 5.6mm
    • 1cm from the tip: 2.6mm
  • Weight: 325g
  • Edge/bevel: Single bevel
  • Handle: Octagonal teak with buffalo horn ferrule
  • Hand Orientation: Right-handed
  • Saya/Sheath: Not included

Notes

  • For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 180mm Hatsukokoro Shirasagi Ginsan Deba knife, please refer to our care guide below.
  • Slight measurement variations are normal in Japanese kitchen knives.
  • Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.
Shipping & Returns

• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo
• Dispatches within 24-48 hours
• Full tracking from dispatch to delivery
• 30-day returns on unused items
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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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FAQ

Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.

When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.

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