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Hatsukokoro Hinotori V-Toku 2 Rainbow Damascus Santoku 180mm - Dark Carbon Fibre

$380.00 USD

Knife Specifications

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Style

Santoku

Blade Material

V-Toku 2 (Similar to Blue 2) Core, Etched Rainbow Damascus Finish

Handle Material

Octagon Dark Carbon Fibre

Bevel

Double Bevel

Maintenance Level

High

Edge Length

181mm

Overall Length

322mm

Spine Thickness

1.9mm

Blade Height

45mm

Weight

132g

HRC

~62–64

An In depth look

Blade Type

The Santoku knife, a classic in Japanese kitchens, translates to "three virtues," symbolizing its proficiency in slicing, dicing, and mincing. With a shorter, versatile blade and a balanced design, it's ideal for a range of tasks, from cutting meat to chopping vegetables, making it a beloved all-purpose tool.

Steel Type

V-Toku 2 carbon steel is a high-carbon alloy from Takefu Special Steel with added vanadium and tungsten for excellent wear resistance and edge retention.

Care Information

This knife is made from a high-carbon steel and as such, will require a little more care than a regular off-the-shelf knife. It must be dried shortly after use, as prolonged exposure to moisture can cause rust spots to appear. A very light coat of oil during storage also helps to prevent rust spots. A patina (colouration and seasoning of the steel) will occur with use. 

Introducing

Hatsukokoro

Based in Amagasaki, Hatsukokoro partners closely with a wide network of skilled Japanese blacksmiths (Think Yoshikane, Myojin, Yauji and many more) and manufacturers to create an expansive range of kitchen knives. Their approach is rooted in collaboration, drawing on the strengths of various makers across Japan to develop collections that span from accessible entry-level pieces to exceptional high-performance tools.

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