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The blade is thin behind the edge and tapers from 2.6mm at the heel to 1.3mm near the tip, weighing 169g with a 53mm heel height. An octagonal Black Chacate handle provides a durable timber grip with fine texture and deep brown coloration. 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This 180mm santoku features an ATS34 stainless steel core manufactured by Hitachi Special Steel, hardened to 60-61 HRC, and constructed in san-mai stainless damascus clad with a mirror polish surface finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 provides high corrosion resistance and toughness, while the thin geometry behind the edge supports precise slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks common to the santoku profile. The blade measures 3.2mm at the heel spine, tapering to 1.0mm near the tip, with a 51mm heel height and 184mm edge length. An octagonal Black Chacate handle pairs with this construction, contributing to a total weight of 157g. 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Forged in Takefu by a certified traditional craftsman operating a solo workshop, this double bevel blade features an ATS34 stainless steel core with mirror-polished stainless damascus cladding. The 150mm edge length suits intricate tasks such as deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes, functioning as a smaller Japanese utility profile for general purpose kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 stainless steel offers corrosion resistance and toughness within a san-mai stainless damascus construction that requires standard care. The blade measures 2.5mm at the heel spine and tapers to 0.6mm at the tip, weighing 90g total. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle provides a distinct grain texture and durable grip for in-hand peeling or board work. 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The blade has a double bevel geometry and measures 2.7 mm at the spine, tapering to 0.9 mm near the tip for thinness behind the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoshihiro Yauji handles forging, grinding, finishing, and sharpening entirely solo at his Kutsurogi workshop in Takefu Knife Village. As Echizen's youngest certified traditional craftsman, he earned this designation after 16 years of training under Kitaoka Hideo before establishing his independent operation in 2021. The knife pairs this craftsmanship with a stabilised birch burl octagonal handle featuring intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through meticulous stabilisation. Weighing 165 g with a 50 mm heel height, this general-purpose gyuto suits mincing, slicing, and chopping tasks while the mirror polish finish requires maintenance to preserve its appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44651100045533,"sku":"HT-GINGAATS34-GY240BB","price":549.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroGinganATS34DamascusGyuto240mmD.jpg?v=1710039935"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginga-ats34-damascus-gyuto-210mm-copy","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Gyuto 210mm is a stainless clad chef's knife forged by Yoshihiro Yauji that best fits professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking a nimble blade with artistic mirror polish detailing. This 210mm gyuto features an ATS34 stainless steel core manufactured by Hitachi Special Steel, hardened to 60-61 HRC within a sanmai stainless damascus clad construction. The double bevel profile measures 3.2mm at the heel, tapering to 2.2mm at mid and 0.8mm at the tip, with a 49mm heel height and 213mm edge length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 provides corrosion resistance and toughness in a stainless composition containing 1.0% carbon, 13.5% chromium, and 4.0% molybdenum. The blade weighs 194g and features a mirror polished surface finish that requires maintenance to preserve its appearance. An octagonal wa handle crafted from stabilised birch burl pairs with this geometry, offering natural grain patterns enhanced through stabilisation for durability. 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The K-tip profile combines a standard gyuto body with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge, optimising the knife for clean push-cutting, scoring, and detailing tasks while retaining general-purpose utility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 steel measures 60-61 HRC and contains molybdenum for hardness and edge retention, though this composition makes the blade relatively hard to sharpen. The stainless clad construction ensures easy care and corrosion resistance. Weighing 210g with a spine thickness of 2.6mm at the heel tapering to 0.7mm at the tip, the knife pairs with an octagonal ebony handle that provides a tapered geometric grip. 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The blade core comprises ATS34 stainless steel manufactured by Hitachi Special Steel, hardened to 60-61 HRC. This alloy contains 1.0% carbon, 13.5% chromium, and 4.0% molybdenum, providing toughness and corrosion resistance within a sanmai stainless clad construction finished in migaki polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeighing 144g, this knife pairs the stainless blade with an octagonal ebony wa-handle that offers a tapered geometric grip. The blade measures 2.4mm at the heel, tapering to 0.7mm at the tip, with a 46mm heel height and 170mm edge length. ATS34 serves as the Japanese equivalent to 154CM steel, originally designed for turbine use before gaining prominence in cutlery for its balance of ductility and strength. The Hayabusa line positions this steel in a budget-friendly format that remains easy to maintain due to the full stainless cladding. 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This 210mm blade features a kiritsuke-style angled tip and flatter edge profile optimised for push-cutting, scoring, detailing, and long slicing strokes while retaining general-purpose utility. The sanmai construction uses stainless cladding over an ATS-34 core manufactured by Hitachi Special Steel, hardened to 60-61 HRC for edge retention and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS-34 contains molybdenum and high-manganese alloys that provide toughness and durability in a stainless composition identical to 154CM steel. The migaki surface finish presents a clean aesthetic on the stainless clad blade, which measures 2.4mm at the spine heel and tapers to 0.8mm at the tip. Weighing 157g with a 47mm heel height, this knife pairs with an octagonal ebony handle crafted from a single piece of wood with a subtle taper. 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This 180mm Bunka profile features a straighter edge and reverse tanto tip suited for slicing, dicing, and chopping fruits, vegetables, and meats. The blade is constructed from ATS34 stainless steel with a mirror-polished stainless Damascus clad san-mai construction, measuring 50mm tall at the heel and tapering from 3.0mm at the spine to 0.9mm near the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 steel offers corrosion resistance and toughness in a fully stainless package that does not require reactive care routines. The mirror polish finish provides an artistic aesthetic, though this surface can be difficult to maintain over time. Weighing 157g, the knife pairs with an octagonal Black Chacate handle known for its fine texture and durability. 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Forged entirely by fifth-generation blacksmith Kisuke Manaka at his Sanjo workshop, this blade employs traditional hon-warikomi insert construction with a stainless clad exterior. The double bevel petty profile measures 177mm in edge length with a 34mm heel height, suiting in-hand tasks and general purpose kitchen use where a slim, longer blade aids intricate cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ATS34 core steel is manufactured by Hitachi Special Steel and offers corrosion resistance alongside toughness. This mirror-polished tsuchime finish requires specific care to maintain its appearance over time. Weighing 132g, the knife features an octagonal wa handle crafted from ebony with blond marble horn accents. A knife guard is included with this piece. Spine thickness measures 2.4mm at both the heel and mid-section, tapering to 1.2mm at the tip. 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The K-tip profile combines a standard gyuto body with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge, facilitating deliberate push-cutting, long slicing strokes, and detailed scoring work at the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ATS34 steel carries a maker-listed hardness of approximately 64 HRC and offers corrosion resistance alongside toughness derived from its high-manganese alloy composition. A tsuchime hammer finish and mirror kasumi polish define the blade surface, though the mirror finish requires specific maintenance to preserve its appearance. Weighing 192g with a spine thickness of 2.6mm at the heel tapering to 1.1mm at the tip, this knife carries substantial presence during use. 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The 240mm edge length suits general-purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing vegetables, and cutting meat, while the stainless cladding provides corrosion resistance during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ATS34 core carries a maker-listed hardness of approximately 64 HRC and contains 1.0% carbon, 13.5% chromium, and 4.0% molybdenum for toughness and edge retention. This gyuto has a heel height of 57mm, spine thickness of 4.0mm at the heel tapering to 1.2mm at the tip, and weighs 313g. It pairs with an octagonal wenge and black horn handle that balances the substantial blade profile. As a one-man operation, Manaka-san controls every production step from forge-welding to final sharpening, ensuring consistent quality across each handmade piece. 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