{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hinotori-v-toku2-rainbow-damascus-gyuto-210mm-cypress-horn-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Hinotori V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Gyuto 210mm – Cypress \u0026 Horn Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Hinotori V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Gyuto 210mm pairs high-performance carbon steel with one of the most dramatic finishes in Japanese cutlery. Its V-Toku2 core takes a keen edge and offers excellent wear resistance, while the etched rainbow Damascus cladding reveals flowing copper, brass and stainless layers across the blade. A lightweight octagonal cypress handle with a natural horn ferrule completes the knife with a warm, traditional wa-handle feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its versatile 210mm gyuto profile, this knife is designed for daily vegetable prep, herbs, fruit, fish, poultry and boneless meats. The thin cutting geometry and fine tip support precise slicing and detail work, while the gently curved edge gives cooks room for push cutting and controlled rocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteel and Cutting Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eV-Toku2 is a reactive high-carbon steel from Takefu Special Steel that is often compared with Aogami #2. Added vanadium and tungsten contribute to edge retention and wear resistance, while the steel remains responsive on sharpening stones. The exposed core will naturally develop a patina with use; this is normal and helps give every knife its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this a good all-purpose Japanese chef knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. A 210mm gyuto is one of the most versatile knife sizes for home and professional kitchens. It can handle nearly all routine produce and boneless protein preparation without feeling cumbersome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the entire blade reactive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The V-Toku2 cutting core is reactive carbon steel and will form a patina. The rainbow Damascus cladding is more corrosion resistant, but the entire knife should still be washed by hand and dried immediately after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What makes rainbow Damascus different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cladding combines contrasting metal layers, including copper and brass, to create warm gold and rose tones that shift with the light. Each blade has a unique pattern and will vary slightly from the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash only, dry immediately and never place this knife in a dishwasher. For extended storage, apply a thin coat of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/100-pure-tsubaki-japanese-knife-maintenance-camellia-oil-3-4-oz\"\u003epure Japanese tsubaki oil\u003c\/a\u003e to the dry blade. A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa Pro cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e helps protect the fine edge, while gentle maintenance on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eTokushu Knife Premium XL leather strop\u003c\/a\u003e can extend the time between sharpenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatsukokoro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hinotori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e V-Toku2 carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Etched rainbow Damascus with copper, brass and stainless layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45mm at the heel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.85mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal cypress wood with natural horn ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel, suitable for right- or left-handed use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements, horn color and Damascus pattern can vary slightly because each knife is individually finished.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54020187783392,"sku":"HATS-HINO-VT2-GY210-CYP-HORN","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/hatsukokoro-hinotori-v-toku2-rainbow-damascus-gyuto-210mm-reverse-angle.jpg?v=1786698124","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/hatsukokoro-hinotori-v-toku2-rainbow-damascus-gyuto-210mm-cypress-horn-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}