Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue #2 240mm Gyuto
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Hatsukokoro Kumokage Damascus Blue#2 240mm Gyuto with Ebony wa Handle
If you are looking to venture into a forged carbon steel Japanese Knife, this is a safe bet. This is a real hammer forged knife made in Tosa, Japan with a proper grind and heat treat. If you are willing to learn to take care of a carbon steel knife, this can be your forever tool in the kitchen, not just the next cleverly marketed knife.
Key Features:
- Crafted by Tosa's renowned artisans, embodying centuries of Japanese knife-making tradition.
- Blue #2 steel construction, celebrated for its exceptional sharpness and enduring strength.
- A distinctive kurouchi finish paired with an enchanting Damascus pattern along the blade, creating a visual symphony.
- Accommodating design for both right- and left-handed chefs, ensuring versatile use.
- Elegantly fashioned bubinga wa handle for a comfortable and balanced grip.
- Brand: Hatsukokoro
- Location: Tosa, Japan
- Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
- Edge Steel: Blue #2
- Cladding: Soft Iron
- Finish: Kurouchi and Damascus
- HRC: 62+-
- Edge Grind: Even
- Engraving: Stamped
- Weight: 7.8 oz (220g)
- Blade Length: 242mm
- Total Length: 395mm
- Spine Thickness at Base: 3.7mm
- Blade Height at Base: 52.0mm
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.
Order protection: Every order is insured. If a package is lost or damaged, contact us at Tony@TokushuKnife.com and we will handle the claim.
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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.
