165mm Hatsukokoro Kurogane AS Wa Bunka
165mm Hatsukokoro Kurogane AS Wa Bunka
H & K’s house brand is called Hatsukokoro. The brand is supplied by a handful of manufacturers from different notable knifemaking regions such as Seki, Tosa and Sanjo.
Location: Tosa, Japan
Line: Kurogane
Construction: San mai
Edge Steel: Aogami #2(Blue #2)
Cladding: Iron
Finish: Kurouchi
Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)
Handle: Octagonal wenge with buffalo horn ferrule.
Weight: ~152g
Blade Length: ~165mm
Overall Length: ~311mm
Thickness at Heel: ~2.9mm
Blade Height: ~46.5mm
The best sharpening tools for Japanese knives are leather strops and fine whetstones.
Japanese chef knives are brittle and are designed for cutting soft tissue foods. High Carbon steel chef knives can rust if not kept dry.
***A Note On 2025 Tarriffs for U.S. and International Customers***
***A Note On 2025 Tarriffs for U.S. and International Customers***
Beginning April 5, 2025, Japanese imports entering the U.S. will be subject to a 10% tariff, increasing prices for domestic customers of District Cutlery.
International customers may face additional customs charges, including local VAT and duties with applicable fees, potentially remitted to regulatory authorities on their behalf to ensure compliance. These tariffs may effect costs until further notice.
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