Hatsukokoro x Nigara Irodori aogami#2 damascus kiritsuke gyuto 240mm

The Hatsukokoro x Nigara Irodori aogami#2 damascus kiritsuke gyuto is a handcrafted Japanese knife forged by Nigara Hamono for the Hatsukokoro brand. Based in Aomori, Japan, Nigara Hamono forged this blade using a core of Hitachi aogami#2 steel, known for its excellent balance of edge retention and toughness.

The blade showcases a striking damascus pattern with bold geometric patterns and angular shapes, etched to accentuate the contrast between the damascus cladding and the Aogami#2 core steel. Its spine is chamfered, exposing the intricate damascus layers. This knife employs a stainless cladding, sandwiching the carbon steel core for easier maintenance. Only the exposed edge will be reactive. The blade is paired with an octagonal walnut handle, accented by a horn ferrule.

A 240mm gyuto, the Japanese equivalent of a Western chef's knife, is a versatile tool in the kitchen. Its longer blade excels at a wide range of tasks, from slicing large cuts of meat and vegetables to chopping herbs. The kiritsuke profile of this gyuto is ideal for those who prefer a flatter profile on their chef's knives. This design is particularly well-suited for push-cutting techniques. The 240mm length offers ample cutting edge for larger prep tasks, making it a favorite among home cooks and professional chefs who appreciate a longer, flatter blade.

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Brand: Hatsukokoro
Series: Irodori
Blacksmith: Nigara hamono
Producing Area: Aomori, Japan
Knife type: kiritsuke gyuto
Finish: rainbow damascus
Core steel: Aogami#2 (Blue#2)
Steel type: carbon steel
Cladding: stainless clad damascus

Overall length: 379mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 226mm
Blade height at the heel: 50.1mm
Spine thickness at the handle: 5.3mm
Spine thickness at the heel: 4.1mm
Spine thickness midway: 3.1mm
Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.1mm
Weight: 263g
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 x Nigara Irodori aogami#2 damascus 240mm 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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