Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm
Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm

Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Gyuto 240mm

£465.00

An exceptional thin edge behind a workhorse profile and thick spine with a perfect taper, a real work of high performance art and a classy larger every day driver.

This knife is fitted with an ebony and black buffalo horn handle.

Currently out of stock

Product Code: HAT-042-##

Knife & Range Specifications

Knife Measurements
  • Blade Edge Length: 248mm / 9.76" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Knife Length: 400mm / 15.75" (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 51.5mm / 2.03" (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 4.4mm / 0.17" (Spine width above the heel) 2.6mm / 0.1" (Measured halfway along spine) 1.4mm / 0.06" (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 256 grams / 9.03 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

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

Hatsukokoro - Shinkiro Super Blue

Our in-depth range review

First Impressions

Made for Hatsukokoro by Takahiro Nihei, these blades are an exceptional line boasting a thick spine and smooth distal taper and a screaming sharp edge all as you would expect from such a skilled blacksmith.

Beauty

A mixed finish of kurouchi cladding running down to a subtle damascus line and finally polished core steel combine to make a great looking knife in a traditional style. We've chosen to pair these with an ebony and white buffalo wa handle.

In Hand

You'll notice in hand that this is a pretty thick range of knives, especially just above the heel where you'd hold it in a pinch grip. This provides a lot of stability and puts the balance point a little ahead of the heel. 

Durability

Aogami Super is a very popular and durable steel and used widely throughout the Japanese knife world so it's one that's easy to sharpen and retains an edge well so this is definitely a knife that's going to last when cared for.

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

A stunning knife all round and from the hand laminated start, Nihei-san makes these in a style that shows a little of training in the profile which is quite common among Sanjo based or trained based blacksmiths and it's quite similar to Yoshikane's lines and the Sumiiro from Konosuke and so the baseline of a proven and high quality profile and edge is already tried and tested.

These are beautiful knives boasting layers of finishes from the nashiji markings on the kurouchi finish to the exposed damascus and finally the high polish of the core steel and we're delighted to be able to stock them and for anyone seeking a top class thicker workhorse profile knife the Shinkiro is highly recommended.

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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Fergus P.
A sublimely executed, balanced and sharpest knife and awesome service from the Cutting Edge team ...

What Nihei has achieved with the Shinkiro range for Hatsukokoro is nothing short of sublime.

A real workhorse taper and thick spine at the heel with a strong distal taper that becomes very thin at the tip. Noticeably heavier than other Japanese knives but balanced and just falls through food.

This really is the sharpest knife I have ever received out-of-the-box and the cutting feel is amazing.

And in the looks department, just look at it... My new baby has dimples. Just get one, they really are quite hard to source and I waitied a long time to get one and it surpassed all my very high expectations!

Shout out to the Cutting Edge team for absolutely top-level service and support. By a mile my favourite and most recommended UK supplier of japanese knives. Thanks again!