Hatsukokoro’s White #2 line offers a clean, traditional take on carbon steel performance with excellent sharpness and easy sharpening. White #2 (Shirogami 2) is prized for its fine grain structure, allowing it to take an extremely keen edge with great feedback on the stones, making it a favorite for both beginners and experienced sharpeners.
This knife is lightweight and nimble with a thin grind that excels at precise, controlled cutting. The stainless cladding helps reduce maintenance compared to fully reactive blades, while still delivering the crisp feel and edge quality that White #2 is known for. A wenge octagonal handle with buffalo horn ferrule adds a refined, comfortable grip.
Care Instructions: This is a carbon steel knife. Hand wash and dry immediately after use. Do not put in the dishwasher. Use a soft cutting board and avoid bones and frozen foods. Apply a light coat of oil if storing for extended periods to prevent rust.
This knife is lightweight and nimble with a thin grind that excels at precise, controlled cutting. The stainless cladding helps reduce maintenance compared to fully reactive blades, while still delivering the crisp feel and edge quality that White #2 is known for. A wenge octagonal handle with buffalo horn ferrule adds a refined, comfortable grip.
Care Instructions: This is a carbon steel knife. Hand wash and dry immediately after use. Do not put in the dishwasher. Use a soft cutting board and avoid bones and frozen foods. Apply a light coat of oil if storing for extended periods to prevent rust.
- Maker: Hatsukokoro
- Location: Sakai, Japan
- Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
- Edge Steel: White #2 (Shirogami 2)
- Cladding: Stainless Steel
- HRC: 61
- Weight: 3.3 oz (92 g)
- Blade Length: 162 mm
- Total Length: 290 mm
- Spine Thickness at Base: 3.5 mm
- Blade Height: 33.1 mm
- Handle: Wenge Octagonal
- Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
