{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kurogane-blue-2-kurouchi-nakiri-165mm-black-chacate","title":"Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm Black Chacate","description":"Discover the Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm, a quintessential Japanese kitchen knife designed for precision and durability. This Nakiri profile, with its flat edge and tall blade, is expertly crafted for clean, straight chopping of vegetables, making it an indispensable tool for any culinary enthusiast. The core is forged from high-carbon Aogami #2 (Blue 2) steel, renowned for its excellent edge retention and ease of sharpening, offering a hardness of 61-63 HRC for long-lasting performance. The rustic Kurouchi (black iron) finish not only provides a distinctive, traditional aesthetic but also offers protection and low maintenance. Housed in a sophisticated octagonal Wa handle made from premium Black Chacate wood, this Japanese kitchen knife ensures a comfortable, secure grip and elegant appearance. With a blade length of 165mm, a heel height of 51mm, and a balanced weight of 167g, it's a perfect entry into the world of carbon steel Japanese kitchen knives, ideal for students and seasoned cooks alike. Experience the blend of traditional craftsmanship and functional design in this exceptional Japanese kitchen knife.","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47708027814109,"sku":"HT-KRGN-B2KU-NK165BC","price":127.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_3589.jpg?v=1774571387","url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/products\/hatsukokoro-kurogane-blue-2-kurouchi-nakiri-165mm-black-chacate","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}