Hatsukokoro Saihyo ("diamond dust") SG2 Damascus Gyuto 210mm. Hatsukokoro kitchen knives are manufactured in Echizen, Japan, using SG2 powdered tool steel with a hardness rating of HRC 63-64+-. They have a gorgeous finish and Damascus cladding on the blade, and are paired with lovely wenge octagonal handles with buffalo horn ferrules. Even grinds on these double bevel knives make them great for both right- and left-handed users.
Brand: Hatsukokoro
Blacksmith: Yoshihiro Yauji
Location: Echizen, Japan
Construction: San Mai
Edge Steel: SG2
Cladding: Stainless
Finish: Mirror Damascus
HRC: 62+-
Edge Grind: Even
Engraving: Etched
Handle: Octagonal Wenge
Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
Weight: 4.6 oz (130 g)
Blade Length: 207 mm
Overall Length: 358 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2.1 mm
Blade Height at Heel: 46 mm
