Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane nashiji SKD sujihiki 240mm

Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan by Yoshikane Hamono for the Hatsukokoro brand, this 240mm sujihiki is a Japanese slicing knife with an SKD core and stainless cladding. The narrow blade reduces surface contact for clean, low-drag cuts through boneless proteins. At 240mm, a practical choice for cooks who prefer a shorter, more maneuverable slicer. SKD is a semi-stainless steel that sharpens easily and develops a patina over time, though slower than typical carbon steel. Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan by Yoshikane Hamono 243mm (9.6") actual cutting edge, 39mm heel height SKD (~64 HRC) with stainless cladding Nashiji finish Octagonal mono ebony handle For left- and right-handed users Details Brand: Hatsukokoro Blacksmith: Kazuomi Yamamoto - Yoshikane Hamono Producing area: Sanjo, Japan Knife type: sujihiki Finish: nashiji Core steel: SKD HRC: ~64 Steel type: semi-stainless Cladding: stainless clad Blade & Handle Specs Overall length: 388mm Blade length (heel to tip): 243mm (9.6") Blade height at heel: 39mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 4.4mm at the heel: 3.3mm midway: 2.1mm 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm Weight: 179g Handle: octagonal mono ebony Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/sheath: none Notes: Each knife is hand-forged, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you want to see the exact knife you'll receive, email us at info@zahocho.com. Minor variations in finish, surface marks, and measurements are normal in handcrafted Japanese knives. Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.