Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku
Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku

Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku

£240.00

A classic and versatile santoku from Mutsumi Hinoura, this is a beautifully forged and finished knife that's waiting to be your daily go-to for a wide range of jobs and prep.

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Product Code: HIN-002-##

First Impressions

The White #2 is impressive out of the box, they're a nicely balanced knife across the range and are impressively thin behind the edge giving you great cutting performance.

Beauty

The White #2 core paired with the kurouchi finish on the soft iron cladding and magnolia handle is a classic look and one that we always enjoy.

The kurouchi finish is smooth and tapers down through the migaki finish and then down to the polished core steel cutting edge.

In Hand

The knives are all pretty thick along the spine near the handle but taper quickly to a more consistent width along the majority of the blade before thinning out quickly at the top. 

That thicker area near the handle where you would typically hold the knife in a pinch grip offers a nice feel in hand and it contributes to the feeling of it being a "significant" knife in terms of weight but without it actually feeling too heavy but if you're looking for a lightweight laser then it's definitely not for you. 

Durability

What's not to love, it's White #2 steel that's easy to sharpen and takes a great edge and clad in a kurouchi finished soft iron. 

This combination has been a go-to for years because it's durable and reliable.

Ease of Care & Maintenance Tips

Just follow our normal care and carbon steel care tips and you'll be good. We recommend an occasional dab of camellia oil to help protect the blade over time.

This is an extremely reactive range both on the core and cladding steel so you will need to be very active with your care routine after use.

Our Verdict

Mutsumi Hinoura is a highly skilled blacksmith and the White #2 represents great value for money.

The finish and quality is impressive and these are great knives we'd love to be stock more of but they are in short supply and sell quickly for a reason so don't hang around if they're available!

Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku - Product quick view

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Knife Measurements - Mutsumi Hinoura White #2 Santoku

  • Blade Edge Length: 185mm / 7.28" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Knife Length: 323mm / 12.72" (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 49mm / 1.93" (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 3.58mm / 0.14" (Spine width above the heel)
  • Total Weight: 177 grams / 6.24 oz

Range Specifications

  • Core Steel: Shirogami White #2
  • Cladding Steel: Soft Iron
  • Hardness: 61 (HRC)
  • Handle Style:
  • Handle Material: Various
  • Left or Right handed: Suitable for both (Double Bevel)

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.

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

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Cutting Edge Knives is a proudly independent family run small business established in 2011 and based in the picturesque town of Holmfirth, West Yorkshire in the UK.

We love the history and craftsmanship that goes into making Japanese chef knives and accessories and the excitement and enjoyment you experience when using a truly sharp knife in the kitchen. Over many years we've helped thousands of happy customers find their dream knife and look forward to helping you too.

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