🔪Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Super Steel), Black Hammered
🔪Size: 15cm
🔪Handle: Ebony (Random ferrule)
🔪Saya: Additional purchase options available (various materials)
🔪Thickness: Approx. 7mm
🔪Blade Width: Approx. 5.2cm
🔪Weight: Approx. 288g
Brand Introduction
Hatsukokoro derives its name from the Japanese proverb meaning “never forget your original intention.” The brand emphasizes a gentle Japanese reading of the word, embodying the craftsman’s pure dedication and passion to continually develop innovative and surprising products that convey love and care for cooking.
Material Introduction
Aogami Super Steel: Formed by adding tungsten (W) and chromium (Cr) to White #2 steel, this high-grade blue steel offers superior edge retention and durability. It is a knife suited for advanced users, with a more challenging sharpening process.
Knife Model Introduction
Deba Knife: Also known as “chicken knife,” it is a single-edged knife with a thick blade resembling a Chinese cleaver. Mainly used for filleting fish and removing fish meat from bones. It is also used for processing chicken including bones. For tougher bones like pork ribs, a Taiwanese-style cleaver is recommended.