Hatsukokoro Blue 2 Olive Kiri-Petty 120mm
SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Kiri-Petty
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Olive Wood
Blade Length: 120mm
Heel Height: 35mm
Spine Thickness: 3.60mm (Tapered)
Weight: 75g
At first glance, it’s that raw kurouchi finish that pulls you in—rugged, forged, and refreshingly unpolished. It looks tough and no-nonsense, but look closer and the refinement starts to show. The spine tapers cleanly from a thicker, confident heel down to a sharp, agile tip, giving this compact blade a surprising sense of balance and precision.
This is part of the Hatsukokoro Blue #2 series—a lineup that doesn’t just borrow from Japanese bladesmithing tradition, it actually lives it. Each knife is hand-forged in Japan by craftsmen carrying on the heritage of regions like Tosa and Sakai. Hardened to around 62 HRC, the Aogami Blue #2 core delivers that crisp, razor-ready sharpness carbon steel lovers crave, while still being easy to touch up and maintain.
The olive wood handle brings a warm, organic contrast to the rustic blade. Light in tone, naturally patterned, and silky smooth in hand, it adds a bit of elegance while staying practical and secure during use.
One of the real charms of this series is its individuality. Subtle forge marks, tiny asymmetries, small differences from knife to knife—these aren’t defects, they’re fingerprints. Proof that a human made this blade, not a factory line.
And then there’s the Kiri-Petty itself. Short, sharp, and incredibly versatile, it’s a go-to for detail work, trimming proteins, herbs, garlic, and all those precise tasks where a full-size knife feels like overkill. The Kiritsuke-style tip gives it extra control and attitude, making it way more fun than your average petty.
If you’re into knives with soul, not just polish, the Hatsukokoro Blue #2 120mm Kiri-Petty hits that sweet spot perfectly. Compact, character-packed, and dangerously easy to reach for every day.
SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Kiri-Petty
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Olive Wood
Blade Length: 120mm
Heel Height: 35mm
Spine Thickness: 3.60mm (Tapered)
Weight: 75g
At first glance, it’s that raw kurouchi finish that pulls you in—rugged, forged, and refreshingly unpolished. It looks tough and no-nonsense, but look closer and the refinement starts to show. The spine tapers cleanly from a thicker, confident heel down to a sharp, agile tip, giving this compact blade a surprising sense of balance and precision.
This is part of the Hatsukokoro Blue #2 series—a lineup that doesn’t just borrow from Japanese bladesmithing tradition, it actually lives it. Each knife is hand-forged in Japan by craftsmen carrying on the heritage of regions like Tosa and Sakai. Hardened to around 62 HRC, the Aogami Blue #2 core delivers that crisp, razor-ready sharpness carbon steel lovers crave, while still being easy to touch up and maintain.
The olive wood handle brings a warm, organic contrast to the rustic blade. Light in tone, naturally patterned, and silky smooth in hand, it adds a bit of elegance while staying practical and secure during use.
One of the real charms of this series is its individuality. Subtle forge marks, tiny asymmetries, small differences from knife to knife—these aren’t defects, they’re fingerprints. Proof that a human made this blade, not a factory line.
And then there’s the Kiri-Petty itself. Short, sharp, and incredibly versatile, it’s a go-to for detail work, trimming proteins, herbs, garlic, and all those precise tasks where a full-size knife feels like overkill. The Kiritsuke-style tip gives it extra control and attitude, making it way more fun than your average petty.
If you’re into knives with soul, not just polish, the Hatsukokoro Blue #2 120mm Kiri-Petty hits that sweet spot perfectly. Compact, character-packed, and dangerously easy to reach for every day.
Description
SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Kiri-Petty
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Olive Wood
Blade Length: 120mm
Heel Height: 35mm
Spine Thickness: 3.60mm (Tapered)
Weight: 75g
At first glance, it’s that raw kurouchi finish that pulls you in—rugged, forged, and refreshingly unpolished. It looks tough and no-nonsense, but look closer and the refinement starts to show. The spine tapers cleanly from a thicker, confident heel down to a sharp, agile tip, giving this compact blade a surprising sense of balance and precision.
This is part of the Hatsukokoro Blue #2 series—a lineup that doesn’t just borrow from Japanese bladesmithing tradition, it actually lives it. Each knife is hand-forged in Japan by craftsmen carrying on the heritage of regions like Tosa and Sakai. Hardened to around 62 HRC, the Aogami Blue #2 core delivers that crisp, razor-ready sharpness carbon steel lovers crave, while still being easy to touch up and maintain.
The olive wood handle brings a warm, organic contrast to the rustic blade. Light in tone, naturally patterned, and silky smooth in hand, it adds a bit of elegance while staying practical and secure during use.
One of the real charms of this series is its individuality. Subtle forge marks, tiny asymmetries, small differences from knife to knife—these aren’t defects, they’re fingerprints. Proof that a human made this blade, not a factory line.
And then there’s the Kiri-Petty itself. Short, sharp, and incredibly versatile, it’s a go-to for detail work, trimming proteins, herbs, garlic, and all those precise tasks where a full-size knife feels like overkill. The Kiritsuke-style tip gives it extra control and attitude, making it way more fun than your average petty.
If you’re into knives with soul, not just polish, the Hatsukokoro Blue #2 120mm Kiri-Petty hits that sweet spot perfectly. Compact, character-packed, and dangerously easy to reach for every day.
