Hatsukokoro 1K6 Bread Knife 240mm (Blade Only)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Bread
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Blade Material: DSR-1K6
Blade Finish: Migaki
Blade Hardness: 58HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Serrated
Handle: None ➛ Choose yours
Blade Length: 240mm
Heel Height: 45mm
Spine Thickness: 2.40mm tapered to 1.50mm
Weight: 80g
Hatsukokoro is more than a brand name. It’s a quiet reminder to honor tradition, craft, and the people behind the work. Since 2013, this Amagasaki-based company has been bringing together some of Japan’s most respected blacksmiths, sharpeners, and handle makers, creating tools that reflect the heritage and spirit of Japanese bladesmithing.
The bread knife may be one of the most overlooked tools in the kitchen—until you use a great one. This 240mm Hatsukokoro takes a simple, no-nonsense approach with a clean satin finish, but the real magic is in the cutting performance. The aggressive, precision-ground serrations bite effortlessly into crusty artisan loaves, delicate pastries, ripe tomatoes, and even tougher-skinned fruits without crushing or tearing.
What truly sets it apart is the blade geometry. The spine transitions from thicker at the handle to remarkably thin toward the edge, creating a blade that feels stable and rigid while still gliding through food with very little resistance. The result is cleaner cuts, less effort, and far better control than most bread knives on the market.
Made from DSR-1K6 stainless steel, it offers excellent corrosion resistance and easy maintenance, making it a practical daily-use tool that doesn't need special care. Whether you're slicing fresh sourdough, portioning sandwiches, or tackling large fruits and vegetables, this is the kind of bread knife that reminds you just how much difference good geometry can make.
