Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
Hatsukokoro

Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm

£190.00

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£190.00

An elegant workhorse gyuto boasting a smooth distal taper and impressive flat grind, this is a superb daily driver for any kitchen.

 
Product Code: HAT-0122-##
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm
£190.00

About this range

First Impressions

A superb workhorse line at a very competitive price point, the Kurokaze has been designed to offer additional blade height and clearance while retaining top cutting performance.

Beauty

If you're looking for a "traditional" Japanese knife then the rustic kurouchi finish and patina that develops over time on the White #2 core is about as classic as you'll get.

In Hand

Hatsukokoro designed the Kurokaze to be a taller knife for those who want more clearance and that extra height is appreciated when working with larger ingredients but the knife remains nimble in hand and well balanced and that workhorse profile and excellent distal taper glides through food with ease.

Durability

There's a great balance of edge retention and durability with the White #2 core hardened to around 61HRC. White #2 is a commonly used core steel because it's robust and quick and easy to sharpen.

Our Verdict

An outstanding knife from Hatsukokoro that hits all the sweet spots of quality, style and cutting performance and one we find very easy to recommend at this competitive price point for anyone seeking a workhorse knife with a bit of extra height.

Knife Measurements - Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Gyuto 180mm

  • Blade Length: 189mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Length: 334mm (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 45.6mm (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 4.85mm (Spine width above the heel) 2.46mm (Measured halfway along spine) 1.55mm (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 154 grams

Range Specifications

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and things such as blade or wood finishes can vary. We will always endeavour to provide the most accurate measurements, photos and descriptions of our products.

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Sayas, guards and knife protection

Protection & care for this knife

Due to the thick spine, we recommend the wide fit 210mm magnolia gyuto saya or a large gyuto size (27 x 5.5cm) size blade guard.

Saya & Guards Knife Racks & Storage Sharpening & Blade Care

Meet the maker

Hatsukokoro

Based in Seki city, Hatsukoroko employ a range of techniques and work with a selection of master blacksmiths working entirely by hand and for some ranges, they make use of modern machinery to combine craft with extreme precision.

How to choose the perfect knife

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