Hatsukokoro's Shinkiro Aogami Super Damascus line is made in Fukushima, Japan, by Nihei Takahiro. He heat-treats them to HRC of 62-63. They feature a rustic kurouchi finish and Damascus cladding on the blade road with solid octagonal ebony handles. Even grinds on these double-bevel knives make them great for both right- and left-handed users.
Brand: Hatsukokoro
Blacksmith: Nihei Takahiro
Location: Fukushima, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Edge Steel: Aogami Super Steel
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi and Damascus
HRC: 62-63+-
Edge Grind: Even
Handle: Octagonal Ebony
Weight: 3.6 oz (102 g)
Edge Length: 156 mm
Total Length: 284 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 3.5 mm
Blade Height: 34 mm
