Hatsukokoro is a distinguished brand that unites exceptional knifemakers from across Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand represents their in-house line, expertly crafted by some of the most skilled blacksmiths, whose identities are often undisclosed. Each knife is carefully selected, with makers and materials chosen to perfectly match the specific line's purpose. Located in Amagasaki, near Osaka City, Hatsukokoro collaborates with workshops and blacksmiths across Japan, offering a diverse range of knives that cater to various budgets and preferences.
The "Kurokaze" (Black Wind) series from Hatsukokoro features hand-forged blades crafted from Shirogamii #2 steel, hardened to an impressive 62-63 HRC. The blade's aesthetics are enhanced by a Kurouchi finish.
Made from : Tosa, Kōchi Prefecture, Japan
Brand: Hatsukokoro
Knife Type: Deba
Blade
Construction: San Mai
Grind: Double-edged Blade (50/50 Grind)
Hagane (Core Steel): Shirogami #2
Jigane (Cladding): Iron clad
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Hand-forged, hand-ground, hand-sharpened
Blade Finishes: Kurochi
Blade Length: 165mm
Blade Height (at heel): 51mm
Spine Thickness
Above heel: 7mm
Middle: 7mm
Handle : Wenge wood with black buffalo horn(Octagonal)
Weight: 295g
Engraved Mark (Front): In Japanese Kanji "Trademark Hatsukokoro" (登録 初心)
Please note :
This is a high carbon steel blade therefore it has the potential to rust if is not take care properly.
Please make sure the knife is kept dry after usage and during storage and apply a layer of oil every time after using it. The blade will change its colour due to oxidation and also after in contacting with acid. This is perfectly normal and we often called this is patina.
