Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Petty 150mm

Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus Petty 150mm

£225.00

One of the most striking rainbow damascus finishes we've seen, the Kujaku santoku marries great looks with outstanding performance thanks to its laser profile, very thin edge and the durable V-Toku2 core steel that holds an edge similar to Aogami Super Blue but with a lower possiblity of chipping in comparison.

A dream all round chef knife for any keen cook!

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Product Code: HAT-0282

Knife & Range Specifications

Knife Measurements
  • Blade Edge Length: 152mm / 5.98" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Knife Length: 275mm / 10.83" (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 28.9mm / 1.14" (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 2mm / 0.08" (Spine width above the heel) 0.7mm / 0.03" (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 76 grams / 2.68 oz

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 finishes.

Range Specifications
  • Core Steel: V-Toku2
  • Cladding Steel: Stainless
  • Blade Finish: Damascus | Polished | Rainbow
  • Hardness: 63-64 (HRC)
  • Handle Style: Japanese (Wa)
  • Handle Material: Ebony
  • Left or Right handed: Suitable for both (Double Bevel)

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

Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku2 Rainbow Damascus

Our in-depth range review

First Impressions

The first impression for most will likely be the looks of this knife (more later) but in terms of performance and profile this is an impressive performer made along the same sort flat ground laser profile with extremely thin edge seen on a lot of Hatsukokoro's "Hayabusa" knives.

They're consistently impressive, well finished and enjoyable to use.

Beauty

The rainbow damascus layering in the stainless cladding are bright and bold for sure (if you prefer subtlety, check out the Hinotori range instead). It's worth noting that the way Hatsukokoro order the finishing on this range is that their logo is printed onto the blade underneath the rainbow striping.

We're not shy about our love for rainbow damascus finishes, they're aesthetically pleasing and when they're as rich and varied as the Kujaku here it's a joy.

The V-Toku2 core steel is a reactive carbon steel so the san-mai clad core will darken and patina over time and use to contrast that high polish finish on the cladding too.

In Hand

The Kujaku is a thin and relatively lightweight laser profile knife and features the nice touches we'd expect at knives in this price bracket, the slightly rounded spine and heel are comfortable in hand and enjoyable to use in a wide range of jobs.

Durability

V-Toku2 is a high-carbon "specialty" alloy produced by Takefu Special Steel in Japan. It is often described as a bridge between traditional Japanese high-carbon steels (like Hitachi’s Blue Paper steel) and more modern, cleaner alloys.

In the world of kitchen knives, V-Toku2 has been designed to achieve extreme sharpness while remaining slightly more "approachable" for the maker and user than some of its counterparts.

Ease of Care & Maintenance Tips

The core steel is reactive so will develop a patina as it reacts with the acids and moisture in your foods. Other than that, our normal care instructions always apply and for day to day care. 

For longer term care and upkeep we recommend our carbon steel care kit which has everything you need to keep your carbon knives in tip top condition.

Our Verdict

The Kujaku would suit someone seeking a thin, well balanced laser profile knife but also wants to enjoy a bit of extra wow factor.

They're very well made and finished and the distinctive rainbow damascus patterns are some of the brightest out there for detail and visual wow factor and add layers of visual delight to a tool that's far more just pretty looks.

Meet the maker

Hatsukokoro

Based in Seki city, Hatsukoroko are a brand who collaborate with wide range of master blacksmiths, workshops and factories. Their knives and accessories range from entirely hand forged pieces from master blacksmiths through to products from workshops who make use of modern machinery and techniques to forge knives with extreme precision.

Thanks to their constant innovation and passion for development Hatsukokoro's knives and accessories have quickly become a favourite of our customers.

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