Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
Hatsukokoro

Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku

£315.00

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£315.00

Just stunning, a very thin edge with the unique nashiji and damascus finish paired with one of Hatsukokoro's stabilised dark birch and resin handles make this classy all-rounder something you'll enjoy looking at as much as you enjoy using it. 

 
Product Code: HAT-0163-##
Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku
£315.00

About this range

First Impressions

An excellent range of mid-weight knives featuring a slight hollow grind and thick heel that tapers quickly to a consistent spine and thin tip for intricate work.

Beauty

The matte grey nashiji cladding finish is understated much like the very subtle damascus patterns running down to the polished Blue #2 core.

This knife will develop a fantastic patina on that exposed core steel over time! 

In Hand

The unusually thick forged heel is very comfortable when holding the knife in a pinch grip and has a nice secure feel to it while also making the Ryusui a solid mid-weight knife despite the very thin edge. 

Durability

The Blue #2 core has been treated to around 62HRC which offers a good balance between durability, edge retention and relatively easy sharpening and so is an ideal daily use knife.

Ease of Care

This is a reactive knife, the core steel develops a patina and the soft iron cladding can develop to rusting if left undried.

We would certainly recommend following our carbon steel care tips and we'd suggest including a carbon steel care kit for longer term care and maintenance.

Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku - product quick view

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Knife Measurements - Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue #2 Damascus Santoku

  • Blade Length: 170mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Length: 320mm (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 48.9mm (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 5mm (Spine width above the heel) 2.6mm (Measured halfway along spine) 1mm (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 181 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 thickness of the spine, only a medium size blade guard is compatable with this knife.

Saya & Guards Knife Racks & Storage Sharpening & Blade Care

Meet the maker

Hatsukokoro

Made by Nigara Hamono for Hatsukokoro the Ryusui is a high level collection of knives for those seeking top performance paired with Nigara Hamono's trademark design flourish and skill.

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