Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Gyuto 210mm - Ebony

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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Gyuto 210mm - Ebony

Name: Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Gyuto 210mm - Ebony
Brand: Hatsukokoro
SKU: H-HSLDK-G210-ME
Price: 352.0 NZD
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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Gyuto 210mm - Ebony

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Knife Specifications

Due to the handmade nature of many items, slight variations may occur.

Steel

SLD Core, Stainless Black Damascus Clad

Hardness

61 HRC

54 Soft 67 Hard

Maintenance

Moderate

3 / 5

How to care for this steel

Style

Gyuto

Blade Material

SLD Core, Stainless Black Damascus Clad

Handle Material

Octagon Mono Ebony

Bevel

Double Bevel

Edge Length

212mm

Overall Length

350mm

Spine Thickness Heel/Mid

2.4m/2.4mm

Blade Height @ Heel

50mm

Weight

145g

An In Depth Look

Blade Type

The Gyuto knife, a cornerstone of Japanese culinary tradition, is a versatile, all-purpose chef's knife. Its name, translating to "beef sword," reflects its proficiency in slicing meat and in more modern times vegetables. However, its slightly curved blade excels in chopping, dicing, and mincing, making it indispensable in any kitchen.

Steel Type Read

Japanese SLD steel is a semi-stainless steel crafted through advanced metallurgy. It is used often in Sanjo knives, has a non-chippy edge and is extremely tough. This high-carbon steel, enriched with chromium and molybdenum, offers excellent performance, but be mindful not to leave it wet for extended periods.

Care Information Read

Hand wash only, never put in a dishwasher. Dry immediately after washing. Store on a magnetic knife strip or in a saya. Sharpen on a whetstone when the blade dulls. Read our full maintenance guide for more information.

Forged In Amagasaki·Brand

Hatsukokoro

Amagasaki, Hyogo

Operating out of Amagasaki since 2019.

Coordinates

34.7°N · 135.4°E

Signature

Wide-range OEM brand, value performance

Steels

GinsanSKD-11

Based in Amagasaki, Hatsukokoro partners closely with a wide network of skilled Japanese blacksmiths (Think Yoshikane, Myojin, Yauji and many more) and manufacturers to create an expansive range of kitchen knives. Their approach is rooted in collaboration, drawing on the strengths of various makers across Japan to develop collections that span from accessible entry-level pieces to exceptional high-performance tools.

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Customer Reviews

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Do not buy this knife

I received this knife in early July. It looks stunning, but unfortunately performs very poorly for the price.

Out of the box, the factory edge was poorly finished and quite dull, requiring work on a whetstone. I researched SLD steel further and followed the recommended approach of thinning the edge, using a lower-grit stone, and finishing with a toothier edge. I managed to get it sharp, but it has never matched the sharpness of my other knives.

The blade chips very easily, has poor edge retention, and often feels dull after just a couple of prep sessions. It also steers noticeably when cutting.

Aside from its appearance, I can't recommend this knife. There are £30 knives, such as the Victorinox Fibrox chef's knife, that outperform it in almost every way apart from looks.

To be clear, there was nothing wrong with Chef's Edge's service and I can't fault them. My issue is entirely with the knife itself. For the price, I regret buying it and would strongly recommend spending your money elsewhere.