Hatsukokoro Sentan Blue 2 Stainless Clad Chinese Cleaver 170mm

Hatsukokoro Sentan Blue 2 Stainless Clad Chinese Cleaver 170mmThe Hatsukokoro Sentan Blue 2 Stainless Clad Chinese Cleaver 170mm is a double bevel Chuka Bocho with an Aogami #2 core and stainless san mai construction, best fit for professional chefs and students requiring a broad blade for high volume vegetable and meat preparation. This 170mm profile features a 78mm heel height and 4. 8mm spine thickness at the heel, providing the tall rectangular surface necessary for scooping ingredients and executing precise

The 143mm edge length and 33mm heel height suit in-hand peeling and general-purpose tasks

This traditional single-bevel geometry suits precise sashimi preparation where clean cuts are essential

as sharpening the bevel is not mirror polished therefore more suitable for daily use (sharpening)

I have seen many knives that are way off center

As a stainless-clad tool

best fit for first-timers and students seeking an affordable entry into Japanese cutlery

best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking an intricate decorative blade with a workhorse grind

best fit for users seeking a pointier Santoku profile with high edge retention

The flat geometry supports long drawing cuts

5mm at the tip with a weight of 187g

This specific combination of reactive steel and stainless cladding suits users who prioritise cutting performance and are prepared to maintain carbon steel edges

The K-tip profile pairs an angled point with a flatter edge to facilitate scoring