Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku
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Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku

£115.00

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£115.00

An excellent value all rounder with an impressive laser profile and quality polished hammer finish, the Hayabusa santoku is ideal as a daily driver in any kitchen!

 
Product Code: HAT-0141

About this range

First Impressions

Made in Seki City for Hatsukokoro the Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime is an excellent value range with a quality edge finish and profile offering performance and great looks in a very affordable package. An ideal choice for low maintenance and a first knife or addition to a collection.

Beauty

We love the subtle, irregularly sized hammer (tsuchime) finish on the stainless cladding and it runs down to the highly polished core steel and when paired with the  understated mono ebony handle we think it's a great looking knife with plenty of wow factor.

In Hand

At this price point you often find a couple of compromises to keep the production costs down hich are typically a cheaply finished handle and an unpolished spine and/or heel of the blade. 

Not here. The mono ebony handle we've fitted is well made and comfortable and the spine and heel of the blades while not entirely to the level of many higher knives have been finished well enough to be comfortable in hand and use which is always a positive.  

Durability

The Hayabusa VG10 is hardened to around 61 HRC which offers a good level of durability in terms of edge retention and also robustness so it's a perfect choice for a first Japanese knife, affordable addition to a collection or perhaps a gift. 

Ease of Care

VG10 core steel is easy to sharpen and maintain and the stainless cladding makes the entire knife easy to look after. 

We recommend following our care tips and using a Japanese knife care kit for longer term care and maintenance.

Our Verdict

Superb value all round.

Impressive geometry and edge finish quality along with a nicely polished hammer finish and ebony handle.

They're easy to look after with a good balance point between edge retention and durability ideal for a first Japanese knife or low cost addition to a collection.

Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku - product quick view

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Knife Measurements - Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Santoku

  • Blade Length: 174mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Length: 315mm (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 43.7mm (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 1.94mm (Spine width above the heel) 1.93mm (Measured halfway along spine) 1.28mm (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 138 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

The best fit for this knife is the magnolia gyuto 180mm saya and santoku size (22x5cm) 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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