Hatsukokoro Blue #1 knives are made with a nice kurouchi finish and have a workhorse vibe. These are great knives for pro cooks who like good carbon steel.
Maker: Hatsukokoro
Line: Kokugei
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Location: Tosa, Japan
Edge Steel: Blue #1 Carbon Steel
HRC: 62-63
Edge Grind: Even
Cladding: Iron
Handle: Wenge Octagonal
Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
Weight: 8.9 oz (254 g)
Edge Length: 247 mm
Total Length: 398 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 3.8 mm
Blade Height: 51.4 mm
