Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm
Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm

Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White #2 Petty 150mm

£165.00

The Kurokaze petty like the other knives in the line boasts a thick profile and more pronounced taper while still offering excellent cutting performance, this is a robust utility knife with a comfortable feel in hand and impressive edge for fine work.
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Product Code: HAT-0116

Knife & Range Specifications

Knife Measurements
  • Blade Edge Length: 160mm / 6.3" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Knife Length: 290mm / 11.42" (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 32.2mm / 1.27" (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 3.22mm / 0.13" (Spine width above the heel) 1.95mm / 0.08" (Measured halfway along spine) 0.84mm / 0.03" (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 86 grams / 3.03 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: Shirogami White #2
  • Cladding Steel: Soft Iron
  • Blade Finish: Kurouchi
  • Hardness: 61 (HRC)
  • Handle Style:
  • Handle Material: Octagonal teak or walnut with black buffalo bolster
  • 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 - Kurokaze White #2

Our in-depth range review

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.

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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