{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kumokage-blue-2-kurouchi-damascus-bunka-180mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Bunka 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Bunka 180mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking a reactive carbon steel blade with distinctive artistic finish. This 180mm Bunka profile features a straighter edge and pointed reverse tanto tip, facilitating precision tasks such as julienning alongside standard slicing, dicing, and chopping of vegetables, fruits, and meats. The blade uses Hitachi Blue 2 carbon steel hardened to 61-63 HRC, offering improved toughness and edge retention through added chromium and tungsten.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstruction is san-mai soft iron Damascus clad with a kurouchi surface finish, meaning the blade is reactive and requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust. The etched damascus pattern can be difficult to maintain but provides high collectability. An octagonal Black Chacate handle offers durability and fine texture, pairing with a blade that measures 3.2mm at the heel spine and weighs 157g. This configuration suits users who value traditional hand-forged aesthetics and are prepared to care for non-stainless cladding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45667382001885,"sku":"HS-KUKS-B2KU-BK180","price":204000.0,"currency_code":"KRW","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/Hatsukokoro_Kumokage_Blue_2_Kurouchi_Damascus_Bunka_180mm-20240907-01.jpg?v=1725679739","url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.co.kr\/en\/products\/hatsukokoro-kumokage-blue-2-kurouchi-damascus-bunka-180mm","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}