Hatsukokoro x Nigara Irodori Blue 2 Rainbow Damascus Santoku 180mm
$589.95
Hatsukokoro x Nigara Irodori Blue 2 Rainbow Damascus Santoku 180mm, all-purpose Japanese knife
This santoku is an all-purpose knife for straight push cuts on vegetables, herbs and boneless proteins. The blade is a practical everyday length. Forged by Hatsukokoro x Nigara Irodori with a damascus finish, it pairs hard, keen Japanese steel with the thin grind and balance that let the blade glide through food with less resistance. The forged carbon steel takes a keen edge and gains character with use.
Hatsukokoro x Nigara Irodori santoku specifications
| Maker | Hatsukokoro x Nigara Irodori |
|---|---|
| Knife type | Santoku (all-purpose Japanese knife) |
| Blade length | 180 mm |
| Steel | Blue #2 (Aogami) carbon steel |
| Finish | Damascus (layered pattern) |
| Bevel | Double bevel |
| Best for | Vegetables, herbs and boneless proteins |
Care and everyday use
It is at its best for vegetables, herbs and boneless proteins. This is a carbon-steel blade, which takes an exceptionally keen edge but reacts with food and water. Hand wash and dry it immediately after use, wipe on a light coat of oil before storage, and expect a natural patina to form over time. Keep it off bone and frozen food, and sharpen on a whetstone to bring the edge back.
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by Michael S.
Lovely knife and a joy to use. A little more blade care than my stainless knives but worth it.
by Tom B.
Beautiful Damascus finish and the edge is incredible. Exactly what I hoped for.
by Nathan W.
Best santoku I have owned. Effortless push cuts and the food just falls off the blade.
by Ben C.
Arrived quickly and very well packed. Cuts like a laser, really happy with it.
by Sam O.
My new go-to santoku. The balance is perfect and it holds an edge well.
by Marcus T.
Solid buy. Sharp, light and nimble. Would happily buy from Knives and Stones again.