The Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Damascus line is made in Fukushima Japan by Nihei Takahiro. He heat-treats the blades to HRC of 62-63. The knife 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
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 Wenge
Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
Weight: 7.8 oz (220g)
Blade Length: 256 mm
Total Length: 404 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 4.4 mm
Blade Height at Base: 50 mm
