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Hatsukokoro "Ginsou" Ginsan (Silver #3) Damascus 180mm Bunka with Teak Buffalo Horn Handle

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Hatsukokoro "Ginsou" Ginsan (Silver #3) Damascus 180mm Bunka with Teak Buffalo Horn HandleIntroducing an exceptional new offering Ginsou ("Silver Frost") from Hatsukokoro, this premium knife stands out from their traditional lineup. Forged with a core of Ginsan (Silver #3) stainless carbon steel and encased in stainless steel, it boasts a distinctive, Damascus pattern. Hand grinded by Tosa blacksmith, the knife is well finished, with polished choil and spine. Additionally, it features a hand chiselled signature on the blade, a rare detail

Introducing an exceptional new offering Ginsou ("Silver Frost") from Hatsukokoro, this premium knife stands out from their traditional lineup. Forged with a core of Ginsan (Silver #3) stainless carbon steel and encased in stainless steel, it boasts a distinctive, Damascus pattern. Hand grinded by Tosa blacksmith, the knife is well finished, with polished choil and spine. Additionally, it features a hand-chiselled signature on the blade, a rare detail for Hatsukokoro knives.

Spec

  • Origin (Made in): Tosa, Kōchi Prefecture, Japan
  • Brand: Hatsukokoro
  • Knife Type: Bunka
  • Blade
    • Construction: San Mai
    • Grind: Double-edged Blade (50/50 Grind)
    • Hagane (Core Steel): Ginsan (Silver #3)
    • Jigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel
    • Hardness: 60-62 HRC
    • Hand-forged, hand-ground, hand-sharpened
  • Blade Finishes:
    • Damascus
  • Blade Length(Heel-to-Tip): 175mm (6.9")
  • Blade Height (at heel): 47mm
  • Spine Thickness
    • Above heel: 1.7mm
    • Middle: 1.7mm
  • Handle
    • Shape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)
    • Material: Teak
    • Kuchiwa: Black Buffalo Horn
    • Length: 129mm
  • Overall Length: 302mm
  • Weight: 119g (4.2oz)
  • Hand Chiseled Mark: In Japanese Kanji "Trademark Hatsukokoro" (登録 初心)


Care:

Ginsan (Gin3 or Silver #3) is a stainless carbon steel, with 14% added Chromium. Retaining the character of Japanese carbon steel, with similar hardness of Shirogami #2, Ginsan is stainless. It's edge retention is only slightly inferior to Shirogami #2, but the fact that it combines ease of sharpening, carbon steel character as well being stainless makes it a great choice for those who wish to have a Japanese carbon steel knife that is easy to maintain.

Cutting Surface:

Recommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.

Sharpening:

We recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. 

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