The Hatsukokoro AS Damascus
Gyuto 240mm is a kitchen knife crafted by skilled Tosa artisans. It boasts the use of
Aogami Super Steel, also known as AS steel, with a hardness rating of HRC 65+-. The blade features a distinctive kurouchi finish and a beautiful Damascus cladding on the blade road, complemented by an elegant octagonal handle made of wenge and buffalo horn. The double bevel design ensures even grinds, making it ideal for both right- and left-handed users.
Brand: Hatsukokoro
Location: Tosa, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Edge Steel: Aogami Super Steel
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi and Damascus
HRC: 65+-
Edge Grind: Even
Handle: Octagonal Wenge
Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
Weight: 7.8 oz (220g)
Blade Length: 256mm
Total Length: 404mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 4.4mm
Blade Height at Base: 50mm