Silver 3, also known as Ginsan, is a stainless steel respected for combining a genuinely sharp edge with minimal upkeep, making it a popular choice for cooks who want carbon steel performance without the reactivity. Hatsukokoro builds this bunka around that core in Miki, Japan.
The blade carries a hammer forged san mai construction with a striking stainless Damascus cladding that shows off the layered pattern this finish is known for. The bunka profile combines a flat cutting edge with an angled tip, useful for fine detail work as much as everyday slicing and dicing, and the 50/50 edge grind suits right and left handed cooks alike. An octagonal ebony handle rounds out a knife that pairs serious performance with a refined look.
Care Instructions: Silver 3 is a low maintenance stainless steel, so day to day care is simple. Hand wash and dry the blade rather than running it through a dishwasher, and use a quality water stone when it is time to sharpen.
The blade carries a hammer forged san mai construction with a striking stainless Damascus cladding that shows off the layered pattern this finish is known for. The bunka profile combines a flat cutting edge with an angled tip, useful for fine detail work as much as everyday slicing and dicing, and the 50/50 edge grind suits right and left handed cooks alike. An octagonal ebony handle rounds out a knife that pairs serious performance with a refined look.
Care Instructions: Silver 3 is a low maintenance stainless steel, so day to day care is simple. Hand wash and dry the blade rather than running it through a dishwasher, and use a quality water stone when it is time to sharpen.
- Maker: Hatsukokoro
- Location: Miki City, Japan
- Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
- Edge Steel: Silver 3 (Ginsan) Stainless Steel
- Cladding: Stainless Damascus
- Edge Grind: Even, 50/50
- Handle: Octagonal Ebony
- Weight: 5.1 oz (146 g)
- Blade Length: 175 mm
- Total Length: 313 mm
- Spine Thickness at Base: 2 mm
- Blade Height: 47 mm
