{"title":"Line Collection For Hatsukokoro Shinkiro","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-shinkiro-aogami-super-damascus-bunka-170mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Damascus Bunka 170mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Damascus Bunka 170mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for collectors and enthusiasts seeking an artistic blade with high-carbon performance. This 170mm profile features a straighter edge and pointed reverse tanto tip, facilitating precise slicing, dicing, and chopping of vegetables, fruits, and meats. The san-mai construction comprises an Aogami Super steel core clad in soft iron Damascus with a Kurouchi finish on the upper section. As this knife is not stainless clad, the reactive carbon steel cladding requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami Super steel measures 62-65 HRC and contains tungsten and vanadium for edge retention and toughness. The blade has a 3.6mm spine thickness at the heel, tapering to 0.7mm at the tip, with a 52mm heel height and 167mm edge length. Weighing 178g, it pairs with a stabilised birch burl octagonal WA handle that displays intricate grain patterns. This Shinkiro line combines functional cutting characteristics with distinct visual aesthetics derived from the Damascus iron cladding and traditional surface treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44651607621853,"sku":"HT-SHKASDKU-BK170","price":549.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroShinkiroBunka170mmD.jpg?v=1710069414"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-shinkiro-aogami-super-damascus-kurouchi-gyuto-240mm-birch-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super K-tip Gyuto 240mm Damascus Kurouchi Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Shinkiro K-tip Gyuto 240mm is a double-bevel chef’s knife with an Aogami Super steel core and soft iron Damascus cladding, best fit for collectors and enthusiasts seeking precise tip-led cutting. This profile pairs the general-purpose body of a gyuto with a clipped K-tip point and flatter edge, optimising the blade for push-cutting, long slicing strokes, and detailed work such as scoring or picking. The 240mm size provides ample length for processing larger ingredients while maintaining control during deliberate precision tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami Super carbon steel achieves high hardness and edge retention, requiring regular drying and light oiling to prevent rust as the blade lacks stainless cladding. The san-mai construction features a Kurouchi finish on the upper section and exposed Damascus iron on the bevel. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle offers intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through resin impregnation. Weighing between 189g and 220g with a heel height of 48mm to 50mm, this knife presents specific physical characteristics for users evaluating balance and clearance. The reactive nature of the iron cladding and carbon core necessitates immediate cleaning and drying after each use to maintain the blade's condition and artistic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45540362027229,"sku":"HT-SHKASDKU-KGY240-BR","price":789.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroShinkiroAogamiSuperDamascusK-tipGyuto240mm-20240729-03.jpg?v=1722256386"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-shinkiro-aogami-super-kurouchi-damascus-gyuto-210mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super K-tip Gyuto 210mm Kurouchi Damascus Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Shinkiro K-tip Gyuto 210mm is a double-bevel chef knife with an Aogami Super steel core and soft iron Damascus cladding, best fit for collectors and enthusiasts seeking precise tip-led cutting. This K-tip profile pairs the general-purpose body of a gyuto with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge, optimising the blade for scoring, detailing, push-cutting and long slicing strokes. The 210mm size suits users requiring a compact yet capable primary knife for deliberate precision work in professional or home kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami Super carbon steel achieves 62-65 HRC and features added tungsten and vanadium for edge retention and toughness without brittleness. As this knife has reactive soft iron Damascus cladding rather than stainless, it requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust. The Kurouchi finish on the upper blade provides texture alongside the polished Damascus bevel. Weighing 220g with a spine measuring 4.5mm at the heel, the blade tapers to 1.1mm at the tip. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle with spacer offers intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through meticulous stabilisation processing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45667458744541,"sku":"HS-SHKR-ASDMKU-KGY210BR","price":719.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/Hatsukokoro_Shinkiro_Aogami_Super_Damascus_Gyuto_210mm-20240907-01.jpg?v=1725680840"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-shinkiro-aogami-super-kurouchi-damascus-nakiri-165mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Kurouchi Damascus Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Kurouchi Damascus Nakiri 165mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife best fit for collectors and enthusiasts seeking reactive carbon steel performance with artistic detailing. This 165mm blade features an Aogami Super core clad in soft iron Damascus with a Kurouchi finish, measuring 4.3mm at the heel and weighing 254g. The flat edge profile facilitates straight push cuts through vegetables, ensuring full contact with the chopping board for clean separation without rocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami Super carbon steel achieves 62-65 HRC hardness and requires immediate drying and light oiling after use as the non-stainless cladding is prone to rust. The stabilized birch burl octagonal handle provides a durable grip that complements the decorative Damascus bevel and Kurouchi spine. This san-mai construction delivers high sharpness and edge retention suited to precise vegetable preparation, while the rounded tip offers operational safety during dense root cutting. The combination of traditional forging aesthetics and functional geometry suits users who value both visual craftsmanship and specific cutting mechanics in a dedicated vegetable tool.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45667463233757,"sku":"HS-SHKR-ASDMKU-NK165BR","price":549.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/Hatsukokoro_Shinkiro_Blue_2_Kurouchi_Damascus_Nakiri_165mm-20240907-01.jpg?v=1725680859"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-shinkiro-aogami-super-kurouchi-damascus-gyuto-210mm-1","title":"Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Kurouchi Damascus Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Kurouchi Damascus Gyuto 210mm is a double-bevel chef's knife best fit for collectors and enthusiasts seeking reactive carbon steel performance with artistic detailing. This 210mm gyuto features an Aogami Super core clad in soft iron Damascus with a Kurouchi finish, measuring 216mm in edge length and weighing 205g. The blade geometry includes a 50mm heel height and spine thickness of 4.1mm at the heel, tapering to 1.1mm at the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami Super carbon steel achieves 62-65 HRC hardness and requires immediate drying after use as the iron cladding is not stainless. The steel composition contains 1.45% carbon, 2.25% tungsten, and 0.4% vanadium for edge retention and toughness. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle with spacer provides a traditional wa profile that pairs with the san-mai blade construction. This general-purpose knife suits mincing, slicing, and chopping tasks where high-carbon steel sharpness is prioritised over corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46236394619101,"sku":"HS-SHKR-ASDMKU-GY210BR","price":659.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroShinkiroAogamiSuperKurouchiDamascusGyuto210mma.jpg?v=1740551527"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-shinkiro-petty-150mm-aogami-super-kurouchi-damascus","title":"Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Petty 150mm Aogami Super Kurouchi Damascus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Petty 150mm is a double-bevel utility knife with an Aogami Super steel core and soft iron Damascus cladding, best fit for collectors and enthusiasts performing precision peeling, trimming, and detail work. This 150mm blade features a Kurouchi surface finish on the spine and upper bevel, transitioning to exposed Damascus patterning along the cutting edge. The san-mai construction pairs reactive carbon steel with decorative iron cladding, requiring immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami Super steel measures 62-65 HRC and contains high carbon and tungsten content with added vanadium for toughness. This composition supports extended edge retention and sharpness while resisting chipping during intricate tasks like deveining or garnish preparation. The blade has a 4.0mm spine at the heel, tapering to 1.0mm at the tip, and weighs 108g. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle with spacer provides a traditional WA profile that complements the artistic Damascus aesthetic. This Shinkiro series knife delivers specific cutting performance alongside its collectable visual character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46449520574685,"sku":"HS-SHKR-ASDMKU-PE150BR","price":558.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_4453.jpg?v=1776644780"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-shinkiro-aogami-super-k-tip-gyuto-240mm-damascus-kurouchi-stag-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Gyuto 240mm Damascus Kurouchi Stag Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Gyuto 240mm is a double-bevel Japanese chef's knife featuring an Aogami Super carbon steel core and soft iron Damascus cladding, best fit for collectors and enthusiasts seeking artistic craftsmanship alongside high-performance cutting. This 240mm gyuto profile serves general-purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat. The blade measures 244mm in edge length with a heel height of 54mm, a spine thickness of 4.0mm at the heel tapering to 1.1mm at the tip, and weighs 277g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami Super steel achieves 62-65 HRC hardness through higher carbon and tungsten content plus added vanadium, providing remarkable edge sharpness and superior retention while maintaining toughness against chipping. The san-mai construction uses reactive soft iron Damascus cladding with a kurouchi finish on the upper blade, requiring immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust. An octagonal WA handle crafted from undisclosed stag material pairs with this Hyogo-made blade, which combines great kireaji cutting taste with distinctive visual character within the Shinkiro line.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Option A","offer_id":47388133621981,"sku":"HT-SHKASDKU-KGY240-STGA","price":849.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Option B","offer_id":47388133654749,"sku":"HT-SHKASDKU-KGY240-STGB","price":849.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Option C","offer_id":47388133687517,"sku":"HT-SHKASDKU-KGY240-STGC","price":849.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_1919.jpg?v=1770867388"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-shinkiro-aogami-super-gyuto-240mm-damascus-kurouchi-birch-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Gyuto 240mm Damascus Kurouchi Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Shinkiro K-tip Gyuto 240mm is a double-bevel chef’s knife with an Aogami Super steel core and soft iron Damascus cladding, best fit for collectors and enthusiasts seeking precise tip-led cutting. This profile pairs the general-purpose body of a gyuto with a clipped K-tip point and flatter edge, optimising the blade for push-cutting, long slicing strokes, and detailed work such as scoring or picking. The 240mm size provides ample length for processing larger ingredients while maintaining control during deliberate precision tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami Super carbon steel achieves high hardness and edge retention, requiring regular drying and light oiling to prevent rust as the blade lacks stainless cladding. The san-mai construction features a Kurouchi finish on the upper section and exposed Damascus iron on the bevel. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle offers intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through resin impregnation. Weighing between 189g and 220g with a heel height of 48mm to 50mm, this knife presents specific physical characteristics for users evaluating balance and clearance. 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