Hatsukokoro x Nakagawa ginsan kiritsuke deba 180mm

Specifications

The Hatsukokoro x Nakagawa Ginsan Kiritsuke Deba 180mm is a handcrafted Japanese knife, forged by master blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa specifically for the Hatsukokoro brand. Featuring a core of Ginsan (Silver #3), a stainless steel renowned for its carbon-steel-like properties, this knife achieves a razor-sharp edge while remaining easy to sharpen. The octagonal teak handle, complemented by a buffalo horn ferrule, provides a comfortable and secure grip. A distinctive feature of this knife is the mirror finish on the hira, enhancing both its aesthetic and craftsmanship. This knife has been expertly sharpened by Morihiro Hamono.

Details

• Brand: Hatsukokoro
• Blacksmith: Satoshi Nakagawa
• Sharpener: Morihiro Hamono
• Origin: Sakai, Japan
• Knife Type: Kiritsuke Deba
• Finish: Mirror finish on hira
• Core Steel: Ginsan (Silver #3)
• HRC: ~62
• Steel Type: Stainless Steel
• Cladding: Stainless Steel

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 337mm
• Blade Length (Heel to Tip): 184mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 44.4mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At the handle: 5.4mm
  • At the heel: 5.4mm
  • Midway: 4.7mm
  • 1cm from the tip: 2.7mm
• Weight: 268g
• 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 the Hatsukokoro x Nakagawa Ginsan Kiritsuke Deba 180mm, please refer to our care guide.
• Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
• Minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs, are common in handcrafted knives.