| Brand / Blacksmith | Hatsukokoro |
| Series: | Ginrei |
| Knife type: | Santoku 170mm |
| Blade Length / Total length (mm): | 170 / 310 |
| Grind: | 50/50 |
| Finish: | Nashiji |
| Steel type: | Ginsan (Silver-3) |
| Forging method: | San Mai |
| HRC hardness: | 61 |
| Handle type / Material / Ferrule: | Wa / Mono Ebony |
| Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): | 2 |
| Blade height at heel (mm): | 46 |
| Weight (gr): | 144 |
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Hatsu – Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. A beautiful Nashiji finish knife for the light and thin knives lovers. Forged from Ginsan steel (Silver-3), easy to sharpen and maintain. The ebony mono octagonal handle is the perfect fit for the simplicity and beauty of this knife. With a tall blade and rounded nose, the Santoku is a versatile, all over, knife that is suitable for cutting meat, fish, or vegetables. The name Santoku means “Three-purpose” (virtues). Used mainly with chopping and push cuts.
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Hatsu – Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. The Hayabusa SG2 Series are true lasers. Made of new technology SG2 powder stainless steel that holds an edge for very long but at the same time is easy to sharpen. Polished finish with a distinct lamination line makes it look beautiful combined with a perfect fit and finish and a Wenge octagonal handle. For the thin and light knife lovers!! With a tall blade and rounded nose, the Santoku is a versatile, all over, knife that is suitable for cutting meat, fish, or vegetables. The name Santoku means “Three-purpose” (virtues). Used mainly with chopping and push cuts.
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Hatsu – Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. The Hikari Series are made of new technology SLD SEMI stainless steel that holds an edge for very long but at the same time is easy to sharpen. Polished finish with a distinct lamination line makes it look beautiful combined with a perfect fit and finish and a Mono Ebony octagonal handle. The most impressive characteristic of this series is it’s extreme, laser like, grind and blade thickness as well as it’s light weight! With a tall blade and rounded nose, the Santoku is a versatile, all over, knife that is suitable for cutting meat, fish, or vegetables. The name Santoku means “Three-purpose” (virtues). Used mainly with chopping and push cuts. This specific knife can also be used as a tall petty because of its size.
Brand / Blacksmith Hatsukokoro Series: Hikari Knife type: Ko - Santoku 150 Blade Length / Total length (mm): 150 / 275 Grind: 50/50 Finish: Polished / Satin Steel type: SLD Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 61 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Wa / Mono Ebony Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 1,7 / 0,3 Blade height at heel (mm): 38 Weight (gr): 83 Notes: -
Hatsu – Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. The Hikari Series are made of new technology SLD SEMI stainless steel that holds an edge for very long but at the same time is easy to sharpen. Polished finish with a distinct lamination line makes it look beautiful combined with a perfect fit and finish and a Mono Ebony octagonal handle. The most impressive characteristic of this series is it's extreme, laser like, grind and blade thickness as well as it's light weight! With a tall blade and rounded nose, the Santoku is a versatile, all over, knife that is suitable for cutting meat, fish, or vegetables. The name Santoku means “Three-purpose” (virtues). Used mainly with chopping and push cuts.
Brand / Blacksmith Hatsukokoro Series: Hikari Knife type: Santoku 170 Blade Length / Total length (mm): 170 / 305 Grind: 50/50 Finish: Polished / Satin Steel type: SLD Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 61 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Wa / Mono Ebony Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 1,7 / 0,25 Blade height at heel (mm): 47 Weight (gr): 134 Notes: -
Hatsu – Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. The Ryuhyo Series feature a beautiful Damascus pattern. Made of SG-2 Powdered stainless steel, a very thin grind, lightweight and nimble – this is a knife for the laser lovers. Complemented with an olive wood Octagonal Wa handle to make it even more beautiful. With a tall blade and rounded nose, the Santoku is a versatile, all over, knife that is suitable for cutting meat, fish, or vegetables. The name Santoku means “Three-purpose” (virtues). Used mainly with chopping and push cuts.
Brand / Blacksmith Hatsukokoro Series: Ryuhyo Knife type: Santoku 180mm Blade Length / Total length (mm): 175 / 312 Grind: 50/50 Finish: Dmascus Polished Steel type: SG-2 Forging method: Damascus HRC hardness: 62 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Wa /Olive wood Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 2 Blade height at heel (mm): 49 Weight (gr): 130 Notes: -
The brand name “Kanetsune” was named after a famous sword Smith, Kanetsune who existed in Muromachi period around 14-15 century. He made extremely keen and tough Katanas that were known by many Samurais then in Japan and also overseas. Some of his swords are displayed in the Katana museum in Seki city. Kanetsune is considered one of the largest knife producers in Japan, manufacturing different series of knives under their name but also for other well know knife brands. Beautiful Hammered (Tsuchime) finish, clad-blade made of Aogami-2 (Blue steel #2) cutting core, cladded with SUS-410 stainless steel provides excellent edge retention at HRC 61-62. “Tsuchime” finish can also improve food release. Beautiful finished black plywood handles are basic and simple shape that have excellent grip and wear well. Half tang constructions with stainless bolster. With a tall blade and rounded nose, the Santoku is a versatile, all over, knife that is suitable for cutting meat, fish, or vegetables. The name Santoku means “Three-purpose” (virtues). Used mainly with chopping and push cuts.
Brand / Blacksmith: Kanetsune Series: KC-92 Knife type: Santoku 180mm Blade Length / Total length (mm): 180 / 300 Grind: 50 / 50 Finish: Hammered Steel type: Aogami-2 (Blue-2) Stainless Clad Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 61-62 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Western / Plywood / Stainless Bolster Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 1,8 / 0,2 Blade height at heel (mm): 47 Weight (gr): 160 Notes: -
Masutani knives are manufactured in Echizen, the modern “knife city” of Japan. The company is run by Mr. Masutani, a 4th generation blacksmith and the brother of the owner of Ryusen Hamono, a well-known Japanese brand. Mr. Masutani exploited his more than 30 years experience in bladesmithing and decided to make knives by himself with the main goal being to produce high quality knives using the best materials at affordable prices. With a tall blade and rounded nose, the Santoku is a versatile, all over, knife that is suitable for cutting meat, fish, or vegetables. The name Santoku means “Three-purpose” (virtues). Used mainly with chopping and push cuts. This 170mm Santoku is a great knife that comes at a low cost. It will be your “knife to go” because of its versatility and his beautiful Damascus pattern as well as comfortable western type handle which is suitable for both left and right-handed cooks.
Brand / Blacksmith: Masutani Series: Black Pakka or Scotch Knife type: Santoku Blade Length / Total length (mm): 170 / 300 Grind: 50/50 Finish: Damascus Steel type: VG10 Forging method: San Mai Damascus HRC hardness: 61-62 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Scotch Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 1,6 / 0.3 Blade height at heel (mm): 47 Weight (gr): 144 Notes:
