Hatsukokoro Aokitae Blue 2 Kurouchi Santoku 165mm Black Chacate
The Hatsukokoro Aokitae Blue #2 Santoku brings the soul of Tosa blacksmithing to your kitchen, offering an affordable cutting blade without sacrificing the quality and edge retention of premium Blue Steel.
The "Aokitae" (Blue Forged) series features a striking Kurouchi (blacksmith) finish, providing a rustic aesthetic and added protection against corrosion. True to its Tosa roots, the blade has a slightly more substantial feel than typical "lasers," offering a sense of durability and confidence during heavy prep sessions.
As a versatile "three virtues" knife, this Santoku excels at slicing meat, dicing vegetables, and mincing fish. Please note that both the core and cladding are reactive carbon steel; it will develop a unique patina over time and requires rinsing and drying immediately after use to prevent rust.
Detailed Specifications
| Line | Hatsukokoro Aokitae Blue 2 Kurouchi |
| Profile | Santoku |
| Bevel Type | Double Bevel |
| Weight | 154 g 5.43 oz |
| Edge Length | 167 mm .6.57 inch |
| Heel Height | 46 mm .1.81 inch |
| Width @ Spine | 3.3 mm 0.13 inch |
| Width @ Mid | 1.8 mm 0.07 inch |
| Width @ 1cm from Tip | 1.4 mm 0.06 inch |
| Steel | Blue 2 / Aogami #2 | Carbon |
| Blade Construction | Sanmai - Soft Iron Clad |
| Hardness (HRC) | 61 - 63 |
| Surface Finish | Kurouchi |
| Handle | Octagonal Black Chacate |
| Region | Hyogo |
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- Don't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!
- Wash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;
- Please don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;
- Be careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;
- It is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!
- It is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.
- Oil the (carbon) knife if storing for an extended period of time to prevent rust.
Most of our products are handmade in Japan, and sometimes the one that you receive maybe slightly different to the photo. This is very common and in no way it will affect the performance of the product.
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