The Hatsukokoro Aogami Super Migaki series is an exceptional value. This top-shelf carbon steel is fantastic for use in kitchen knives and can hold a steep edge and sharpen easily. The migaki finish is high quality as is the single-piece, octagonal wood handle with stained, lacquer coating for water resistance. HRC on these knives is 62-63 and the edge grind is even. Great for both right- and left-handed users.
Brand: Hatsukokoro
Location: Japan
Construction: San Mai, Roll Forged
Edge Steel: Aogami Super Steel
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Migaki (Polished)
HRC: 62-63+-
Edge Grind: Even
Handle: Octagonal Bubinga
Weight: 5.8 oz (164 g)
Edge Length: 213 mm
Total Length: 365 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 1.7 mm
Blade Height at Base: 45.4 mm
Reviews
1 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Really great all-purpose knife for any kitchen! Posted By: I. V.
4 people found this review helpful
The design is simple in appearance. The beautiful geometry of the knife reminded me of Kurosaki's Gekko, for which I have great respect. That's what made me want to try this knife, and I'm glad I did.
It is super sharp right out of the box. The noise from the paper cut test was very quiet and the feel that the resistance of the paper was very low indicated that this was a super sharp blade. This is the sharpest knife out of the box that cuts carrots like butter that I've ever tried. My first reaction was, "What just happened?!" What a nice surprise it was! But this was not the knife that came out of the box to be used to cut tomatoes. After a gentle use of 1000 on one side, the problem was taken care of.
I would definitely try another knife from the same line.
This is a really great all-purpose knife for any kitchen!
4 people found this review helpful
The design is simple in appearance. The beautiful geometry of the knife reminded me of Kurosaki's Gekko, for which I have great respect. That's what made me want to try this knife, and I'm glad I did.
It is super sharp right out of the box. The noise from the paper cut test was very quiet and the feel that the resistance of the paper was very low indicated that this was a super sharp blade. This is the sharpest knife out of the box that cuts carrots like butter that I've ever tried. My first reaction was, "What just happened?!" What a nice surprise it was! But this was not the knife that came out of the box to be used to cut tomatoes. After a gentle use of 1000 on one side, the problem was taken care of.
I would definitely try another knife from the same line.
This is a really great all-purpose knife for any kitchen!
