Hatsukokoro Shikkoku Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Santoku 165mm Ebony Handle

Hatsukokoro Shikkoku Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Santoku 165mm Ebony HandleThe Hatsukokoro Shikkoku Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Santoku 165mm is a reactive carbon steel general purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking an artistic Tosa made blade with Aogami #2 core steel. This double bevel santoku features a 167mm edge length and san mai construction with soft iron Damascus cladding under a kurouchi surface finish. As stainless clad is absent, the reactive carbon steel blade requires immediate drying and

as the flat edge ensures full board contact for clean separation without rocking

This composition supports extended edge retention during heavy use

however are usually quite expensive

The octagonal ebony handle features a subtle taper and weighs 143g total

6mm at the tip for thin geometry behind the edge

101 g  Total Length

The 210mm size provides ample length for processing larger ingredients while maintaining control during deliberate precision tasks

longer profile supports accurate control

5 mm 245 g Total Length 368 mm 405 mm Tip to Heel Length 238 mm 273 mm Blade Height at Heel 38

This slim geometry reduces surface contact and friction against soft proteins during draw cuts

6mm at the heel to 1

this blade features Hitachi Ginsan Silver #3 stainless steel clad in a nimai construction with a kasumi surface finish