Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue #2 210mm Gyuto No Handle
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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
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The high-grade steel we use is carefully selected and forged using techniques that have been proven over centuries. These knives aren’t just sharp – they’re built to stay that way through years of daily use. Plus, they develop a beautiful patina over time that tells the story of your cooking journey.
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Carter Cutlery Muteki #5529 Funayuki 190mm 7.48" by Taylor Shields
This Muteki Funayuki kitchen knife by Taylor Shields offers exceptional performance with its Hitachi White #1 steel core laminated with 410 stainless steel for superior sharpness and durability. The handle, made from Thuya and Leopardwood, is complemented by white and Tiffany blue G10 liners, providing a unique and elegant touch. Perfect for a wide range of kitchen tasks, this knife is as functional as it is beautiful.
Specifications:
- Style: Muteki, Funayuki Kitchen Knife
- Blade Steel: Hitachi White #1 Steel Core, Laminated with 410 Stainless Steel
- Finish: Forged/Polished
- Handle: Thuya, Leopardwood
- Liner: White G10, Tiffany Blue G10
- Blade Length: 7.48″ (190 mm, 6.27 sun)
- Blade Thickness: 0.082″ (2.09 mm)
- Blade Width: 1.81″ (46 mm)
- Weight: 4.87 oz (138 g)
- Maker: Taylor Shields
- Brand: Muteki
- Knife Type: Kitchen Knife
- Kitchen Knife Style: Funayuki
- Steel: White/Stainless
- Steel Finish: Forged/Polished
- Handle Material: Thuya, Leopardwood with G10 liners
- Weight Range: 4-4.99 oz
Customer Reviews
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.
