Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue #2 210mm Gyuto
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Overview
The Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue #2 Gyuto 210 mm marries “cloud shadow” aesthetics with serious kitchen workhorse performance. Hand-forged in Tosa, its Blue #2 carbon-steel core (≈ HRC 62+) takes a screaming-sharp edge, while the kurouchi-Damascus cladding shrugs off food stick-and-slide and adds rustic character. At just 137 g, this gyuto darts through herbs and proteins alike, yet the 3 mm spine at the heel gives it the backbone for harder veg. A mono bubinga handle offers warm grip and long-term stability—ready for service line intensity or home-cook creativity. Note- Bubinga can vary significantly between dark and light tones.
Common Questions
Q: Is a 210 mm gyuto versatile enough for a small kitchen?
A: Yes. 210 mm (about 8.25") is Japan’s standard chef-knife length—long enough for roasts, compact enough for apartment boards, and nimble for detail work.
Q: How do I stop carbon steel from rusting?
A: Rinse, wipe completely dry, and store lightly oiled. A grey-blue patina will form with use—that’s protective, not harmful.
Q: Does the kurouchi finish affect food safety?
A: No. Kurouchi is simply the black iron-oxide scale left from forging. It’s food-safe and helps guard against re-oxidation.
Specifications
- Core Steel: Blue #2 (Aogami)
- Cladding Type: Soft iron, Damascus pattern (Rust Prone)
- Blade Length: 210 mm
- Overall Length: — (Specs not found)
- Spine Thickness (Heel): 3 mm
- Spine Thickness (Mid): —
- Blade Height (Heel): 47 mm
- Weight: 137 g
- Handle Material: Mono bubinga (octagonal)
- Hardness (HRC): ≈ 62+
- Construction: San-mai, hammer-forged
- Edge Grind: 50/50 even
Shipping, returns and order protection
US shipping: Free on orders over $99. Orders are normally fulfilled within 2 business days, and UPS Ground transit is typically 1–5 business days after fulfillment. Custom handle installation or sharpening may add 1–2 business days.
Returns: Eligible purchases may be returned within 180 days with a free prepaid return label. Knives sharpened by Tokushu Knife or fitted with a custom handle remain eligible if they are otherwise new, unused, undamaged, and returned in their original packaging with all included components. The same refund terms apply.
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Steel, Construction and Care
Our catalog includes stainless, semi-stainless and carbon steels selected for edge performance and durability. Carbon steels may develop a patina, while stainless steels are designed to resist discoloration. Follow the care guidance on each product page, hand wash only and dry the knife promptly after use.
The Hatsukokoro 210mm Gyuto is a great all around knife. Being that it's a blue carbon steel its easy to sharpen and it hold its edge. What I like about this gyuto and all the Hatsukokoro knifes is that it has a rustic look on its own, really cool. I also have the Hatsukokoro Nigiri and petty knifes all are great knifes by themselves.
I own several of the Kumokage line from Hatsukokoro. These are excellent quality knives. The rustic Damascus Kurouchi finish look awesome. Super sharp and are kitchen workhorses. This 210 mm Gyuto is one of my favorites in my large collection of Japanese knives. I’m so glad that Tokushu had them in stock. They are very popular. Thx to Tony for the excellent customer service,and fast secure shipping. Extremely pleased.Thanks