{"title":"TYPE Petty \/ Utility","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-vg10-petty-utility-150mm-5-9-33-layer-hammered-damascus","title":"Sakai Takayuki VG10 Petty -  Utility 150mm (5.9\") 33 Layer Hammered Damascus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the best selling family oriented line. The Damascus VG10 series combines the utility provided by the stainless VG10 core steel and the great artistics of damascus pattern soft steel. The VG10 steel is one of the best steels for kitchen knives due to its superior edge retention, sharpness and stain resistance. The layered Damascus steel is hand hammered to strengthen the blade, each knife is hand sharpened and fitted with a stylish redwood handle. \u003cstrong\u003eHRC 60 - 61.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 149mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall length: 265mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at spine: 1.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip: 0.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle material: Stabilized mahogany\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/products\/%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/admin\/index.php?ToDo=editProduct\u0026amp;productId=122\" title=\"Edit this product\" class=\"Action\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! 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The bevel is hand sharpened and polished by hand, giving the edge an unmatched sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer layers are comprised of soft stainless steel that was given a beautiful hammered matte finish. Combined with a stabilized wood handle, integrated bolster, the Tamahagane San is a prefect addition to the kitchen.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTamahagane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKataoka Hamano is a professional kitchen knife maker based in Tsubame, Niigata, Japan. Tsubame is a centre famous for steel products, a lot of high-end stainless cookware is from there. While the city of “Tsubame” may not sound familiar, it is actually adjacent to another famous (handmade) knife centre: Sanjo, in fact they share the same bullet train station, which is conveniently named as “Tsubame-Sanjo Station”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are probably quite familiar with Seki, a major kitchen knife making city with a lot of mass-product knife brands like Shun, Yaxell, Misono, Masahiro (even Henckels Zwilling has a factory there). Tsubame is quite similar to Seki in this regard as it has a few mass-produced knife makers, notably Global.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKataoka Hamono use to do a lot of OEM jobs for other top tier brands in Japan, including the likes of Sakai Takayuki and Sakai Jikko. In recent years they have shifted their focus to build their own brands. Their industry focused brand Berito is very popular among Japanese chefs. For the consumer market, they market under the brand “Tamahagane”, with the meaning of great sharpness and pure performance. I really like the Tamahagane knives because some of their features and designs are just quite unique compared to a lot of the consumer grade knives that are already out there (and look identical)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade length: 120 mm\u003cbr\u003eOverall length: 231 mm\u003cbr\u003eThickness at spine: 1.58 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle material: Stabilized Birch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozen food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tamahagane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46565662228768,"sku":"TH_SNH1108H","price":169.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/Tamahagane_San_Petty_120mm_SNH1108H_c__64449.1526264910.1280.1280.jpg?v=1693751221"},{"product_id":"tamahagane-san-petty-paring-90mm","title":"Tamahagane San Petty 90mm SNH-1109","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe San line perfectly combines elegance with utility. 3 Layer (sanmai) construction, with VG5 core heat treated to a perfect hardness of HRC 61, giving the knife a very strong edge retention. 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Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-section cc-image-banner\" id=\"shopify-section-template--18498854813917__image-banner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"template--18498854813917__image-banner\" class=\"section container color-scheme color-scheme--white\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47027878691104,"sku":"NIGA_VGDATS_PE150","price":219.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/NigaraVG10DamascusPetty150mmBlackChacated.jpg?v=1714708095"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hayabusa-sg2-migaki-petty-120-150mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Hayabusa SG2 Migaki Petty 120 \/ 150mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-section cc-product-details product-details section\" id=\"shopify-section-template--17402333659357__details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container reading-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Hayabusa(隼, Peregrine Falcon) SG2 migaki line cuts well, looks beautiful but does not carry a hefty price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SuperGold 2 (SG2) steel is a state-of-the-art powdered cutlery steel by Takefu Special Steel. 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The Damascus VG10 series combines the utility provided by the stainless VG10 core steel and the great artistics of damascus pattern soft steel. The VG10 steel is one of the best steels for kitchen knives due to its superior edge retention, sharpness and stain resistance. The layered Damascus steel is hand hammered to strengthen the blade, each knife is hand sharpened and fitted with a stylish redwood handle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e108 g        3.81 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e152 mm   \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e5.98 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e29 mm     \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e1.14 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.8 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.8 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e0.9 mm     0.04 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eVG10 | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e59 - 61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49872182313248,"sku":"ST-VGDM33-ST150BLSP","price":199.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/Sakai_Takayuki_VG10_33_Layer_Damascus_Petty_150mm_Blue_Handle_Special-20240907-01.webp?v=1738910243"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kurokaze-white-2-kurouchi-petty-150mm-stainless-clad","title":"Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White 2 Kurouchi Petty 150mm Stainless Clad","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-section cc-product-details product-details section\" id=\"shopify-section-template--18498854813917__details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container reading-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new Hatsukokoro White 2 Kurouchi Stainless Clad Gyuto reminds me the old version Mazaki gyuto: both are tall blades, with fat tang, and most importantly, amazing performance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the Mazaki with soft iron cladding that is hard to look after in the kitchen, the Hatsukokoro Kurokaze has stainless clad for easy maintenance, while its White 2 steel core provides excellent edge retention, ultimate sharpness, and ease in sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts Kurouchi finish with raw, organic, and distinctive appearance provides the natural characteristics of the steel, showcases the craftsmanship behind the knife, and adds a touch of traditional elegance to the blade. The profile of this line is rather interesting, as most of them have a slightly longer than typical cutting edge. The Gyuto of this line has a tip that drops down like a Santoku, resulting a flat belly and a wider tip, making it slice better but harder to do rock cutting with. And the petty offers a 165mm long slender blade, it can be used as a mini Sujihiki and do most of the work that a guyto can do with better precision and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn all, the Hatsukokoro Kurokaze White 2 gyuto offers superior performance and great price. 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Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOil the (carbon) knife if storing for an extended period of time to prevent rust.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49877022114080,"sku":"HATS_W2KU_PE150","price":259.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/HatsukokoroKurokazeWhite2Petty165mmD.jpg?v=1739340057"},{"product_id":"nigara-anmon-sg2-damascuspetty-150mm-birch-handle","title":"Nigara Anmon SG2 Damascus Petty 150mm Birch Handle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-section cc-product-details product-details section\" id=\"shopify-section-template--18498854813917__details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container reading-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Nigara_Logo_small.png?v=1708659655\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Anmon SG2 series consist knives of various construction and sizes, all clad in 25 layers of forged damascus on each side of the blade. 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Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOil the (carbon) knife if storing for an extended period of time to prevent rust.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49885706584352,"sku":"NG-ASMATTSU-PT150BC","price":249.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/Nigara_Aogami_Blue_Super_Matt_Migaki_Tsuchime_Finished_Petty_150mm_Black_Chacate-20240907-01.webp?v=1739338311"},{"product_id":"nigara-anmon-暗紋-sg2-raindrop-damascus-k-tip-petty-150mm-mother-of-pearl-inlay-handle","title":"Nigara Anmon (暗紋) SG2 Raindrop Damascus K tip Petty 150mm Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Handle","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--18498854813917__details\" class=\"shopify-section cc-product-details product-details section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container reading-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Nigara_Logo_small.png?v=1708659655\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Anmon SG2 series consist knives of various construction and sizes, all clad in 25 layers of forged damascus on each side of the blade. The ripple markings on the finely polished steel, distinctive of Tsugaru forging, is an original technique of the Nigara Forging. These Special Western handle Anmon are fitted with hand-shaped coke bottle profile ergonomic handles, often comes in unique and exotic materials, adding a unique glare to the already breathtaking Anmon blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “Anmon” design was inspired by the rippling water of the Anmon Waterfalls, cascading from the foot of the World Heritage Shirakami Mountains adjacent to the city of Hirosaki. Old growth beech and pine encompass the Anmon falls where the cool mountain stream cascades down from the precipitous rocks above. The sight of the rippling waterfall has enchanted its visitors with its mystical power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, a interview with the Toshiju Yoshizawa reveals the personal inspiration for him, he said it was Andy Warhol's painting of John Lennon, specifically the fascinating distortion in his glasses that lead him to this design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining this pattern with a matte etched surface, the Anmon line gets a truely breathtaking, high contrast look. This dazziling appearance combines the great edge retentionof the SG2 powder stainless steel, result a series of knives excels in all aspects. There is a reason that these knives are sold very quickly despite the high price of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eHighly collectable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat artistic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExcellent fit and finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eHigh budget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eEtched damascus can be hard to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"show_specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eNigara Anmon SG2 Special Western Handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e119 g        4.2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e141 mm   \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e5.55 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e31 mm     \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e1.22 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.9 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.7 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.0 mm     0.04 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSG2 \/ R2 | Powdered Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Damascus Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e62 - 64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eEtched\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eCoke-bottle Shaped Western\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eAomori\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49983649677600,"sku":"NIGA_SGAM_KPE150-MOP","price":759.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/NigaraSG2AnmonDamascusKtipPetty150mmWesternShellHandle-20250313-02.webp?v=1741930770"},{"product_id":"nigara-aogami-blue-super-matt-migaki-tsuchime-finished-k-tip-petty-150mm-black-chacate","title":"Nigara Aogami (Blue) Super Matt Migaki Tsuchime Finished K-tip Petty 150mm Black Chacate","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--18498854813917__details\" class=\"shopify-section cc-product-details product-details section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container reading-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Nigara_Logo_small.png?v=1708659655\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNigara’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAogami Super Tsuchime\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eline of kitchen knives is the perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and high-performance materials. Made with premium Aogami Super carbon steel, these knives offer unparalleled sharpness and edge retention, making them ideal for precision cutting tasks. The core of Aogami Super steel is wrapped in a protective stainless steel cladding, which not only enhances durability but also makes maintenance easier, reducing the need for constant care typically required by high-carbon knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knives also feature a stunning tsuchime (hammered) pattern, which adds an artisanal aesthetic while improving food release during slicing. This combination of beauty and function ensures a smooth, effortless cutting experience, whether you’re handling delicate vegetables or tougher cuts of meat. 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Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOil the (carbon) knife if storing for an extended period of time to prevent rust.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50025395585312,"sku":"NG-ASTSU-KPT150BC","price":249.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/Nigara_Aogami_Blue_Super_Matt_Migaki_Tsuchime_Finished_K-tip_Petty_150mm_Black_Chacate-20241006-01.jpg?v=1742963245"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hayabusa-ats34-sanmai-petty-150mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Hayabusa ATS34 Sanmai Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--18498854813917__details\" class=\"shopify-section cc-product-details product-details section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container reading-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Hayabusa ATS34 Sanmai series features premium ATS-34 steel, an upgraded version of 440C with added molybdenum, offering exceptional hardness, edge retention, and durability. Identical to the classic 154CM steel, it ensures a long-lasting, razor-sharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with a clean sanmai construction and a refined migaki finish, this knife embodies simplicity and elegance while maintaining excellent cutting performance. The ATS34 Hayabusa have a slightly different profile than other members from the Hayabusa family, their curved tip provided a more rounded \"belly\", making it much easier to perform rock cutting with these knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eEasy to look after\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eFit and finish can be improved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHatsukokoro Hayabusa ATS34 Sanmai\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e82 g        2.89 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e150 mm   \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e5.91 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e30 mm     \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e1.18 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e2.2 mm     0.09 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e2.0 mm     0.08 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.0 mm     0.04 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eATS34 | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e60 - 61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eMigaki\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Ebony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHyogo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-timers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50034888769824,"sku":"NK-HAYA-ATS34SM-PE150","price":239.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/HatsukokoroHayabusaATS34Petty150mm-20250227-01_189e68db-9c12-4b4a-83ff-271970568201.webp?v=1743134026"},{"product_id":"tojiro-dp3-petty-150mm-f-802","title":"Tojiro DP3 Petty 150mm F-802","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--18498854813917__details\" class=\"shopify-section cc-product-details product-details section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container reading-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Tojiro_Logo_small.png?v=1712644911\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTojiro DP is what I consider as the white Toyota equivalent in the Japanese knife market, it is affordble, massively produced by reputable manufacture with a long track record of being reliable for what you pay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core steel is the Takefu VG10, a middle to high teir stainless stainless steel that is widely adopted by many makers. However, Tojiro managed to get these knives to a very low price, to a price point where you can only find steel like AUS-8. The lowered price isn't achieved by compromising on performance, as the scale of the manufacturing can still ensure the quality of the heat treating and grinding, therefore, you are still getting a blade with sharpness and edge retention on par with some other VG-10 kinves that are quite more expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-offs are the fit and finish of these knives, they are fine at first glance, but a closer inspection will reveals some small issues. The spine sometimes have scratches, same for joint beteween blade and bolsters, glue can beseen on the edge of handle scales and the choil is not rounded and you can peel potato with it... You can usually find one or two tiny unfinished details like these on a Tojiro DP, but usually they aretn't something that can't be fixed by a set of sandpaper in 20mins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the day, the Tojiro DP will stay sharp and serve you well on chopping board, its low price and relative easy of sharpening can make it a good knife to learn sharpening on, the stainless Migaki finish can hadle some beating and scratches, these features combine into a very good entry level user knife with outstanding affordablity. Just like your first generic white Toyota, it may not have Alcntara interior, twin-turbo V8 and 4WD, but it is reliable, and able to hadle 99% of the task with a very low price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eEasy to look after\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eIdeal for the household\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eFit and finish can be improved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"show_specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eTojiro DP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e92 g        3.25 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e153 mm   \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e6.02 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e31 mm     \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e1.22 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.7 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.7 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.0 mm     0.04 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eVG10 | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e59 - 61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eMigaki\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eWestern Pakka Wood with Bolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eTsubame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-timers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-message__inner\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tojiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50345191768352,"sku":"TOJI-F802-PE150","price":98.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/TojiroDP3Petty150mmF-802-20250424-01.webp?v=1750828876"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kumokage-blue-2-kurouchi-damascus-pairing-80mm-black-chacate","title":"Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Paring 80mm Black Chacate","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--18498854813917__details\" class=\"shopify-section cc-product-details product-details section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container reading-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kumokage line offers exceptional performance and aesthetics at an accessible price, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and seasoned chefs. Crafted by Tosa craftsmen, these knives feature Blue #2 carbon steel, known for its sharpness and edge retention, with a hardness rating of HRC 62-63. The blades boast a rustic kurouchi finish and Damascus cladding, giving them a distinctive, rugged look.\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kumokage knives are hand-forged by Muneishi Hamono, a renowned workshop with a rich history dating back to 1955. Their expertise ensures high-quality, hammer-forged blades that are easy to sharpen and maintain. The octagonal wenge handles, adorned with buffalo horn ferrules, provide a comfortable and elegant grip, enhancing the overall cutting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with even grinds, these double-bevel knives are suitable for both right- and left-handed users, ensuring versatility in the kitchen. 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With their superb cutting performance and beautiful design, these knives offer unmatched value for anyone looking to explore the world of Japanese carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExcellent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eWorkhorse grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eFit and finish can be improved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eProne to rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHatsukokoro Kumokage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e58 g        2.05 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e82 mm   \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e3.23 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e30 mm     \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e1.18 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e2.4 mm     0.09 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.8 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e0.7 mm     0.03 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eBlue 2 \/ Aogami #2 | Carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanami - Soft Iron Damascus Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e61 - 63\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Black Chacate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHyogo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! 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Crafted by Tosa craftsmen, these knives feature Blue #2 carbon steel, known for its sharpness and edge retention, with a hardness rating of HRC 62-63. The blades boast a rustic kurouchi finish and Damascus cladding, giving them a distinctive, rugged look.\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kumokage knives are hand-forged by Muneishi Hamono, a renowned workshop with a rich history dating back to 1955. Their expertise ensures high-quality, hammer-forged blades that are easy to sharpen and maintain. The octagonal wenge handles, adorned with buffalo horn ferrules, provide a comfortable and elegant grip, enhancing the overall cutting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with even grinds, these double-bevel knives are suitable for both right- and left-handed users, ensuring versatility in the kitchen. The Hatsukokoro Kumokage line embodies the perfect balance of traditional craftsmanship and modern functionality, making it a valuable addition to any culinary arsenal. With their superb cutting performance and beautiful design, these knives offer unmatched value for anyone looking to explore the world of Japanese carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExcellent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eWorkhorse grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eFit and finish can be improved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eProne to rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHatsukokoro Kumokage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e91 g        3.21 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e153 mm   \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e6.02 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e36 mm     \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e1.42 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e3.0 mm     0.12 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e1.9 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e0.9 mm     0.04 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eBlue 2 \/ Aogami #2 | Carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanami - Soft Iron Damascus Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e61 - 63\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Black Chacate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHyogo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOil the (carbon) knife if storing for an extended period of time to prevent rust.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50345403482400,"sku":"HS-KUKG-B2KU-PE150","price":189.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/HatsukokoroKumokageBlue2KurouchiDamascusPetty150mmBlackChacateHandle-20250319-01.webp?v=1750832805"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hayabusa-aogami-super-migaki-petty-150mm-black-chacate","title":"Hatsukokoro Hayabusa Aogami Super Migaki Petty 150mm Black Chacate","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--18498854813917__details\" class=\"shopify-section cc-product-details product-details section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container reading-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Hayabusa(隼,Peregrine Falcon) Aogami Super serie by Hatsukokoro brings us an entry level option for those who want to get their hands on the combination of high performance carbon steel and a laser grind.\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the introduction of more alloy content like Tungsten and Chromium, as well as a higher amount of carbon(up to 1.50%), the Aogami Super\/Blue Super steel can be heat treated to a impressive 64HRC. This give the blade enough strength to support a very thin edge withou it rolls and dulls easily, which allows knives like the Hayabusa serie to be created. With the spine thickness measuring only 1.6mm above the heel and 0.8mm at 1cm behiand the tip on a 210mm Gyuto, these knives undoubtedly fall under the laser category, making them nimble in hand and fall through food effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fit and finish is also quite decent: very uniform Migaki finish across the blade, well-polished choil and spine and uniform, symmetrical cladding line on each side. But I do have to mention that the cladding on this line seems to be one a softer side, so it is more prone to scratch than other knives we have in store.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this price range, Hatsukokoro have offered a package that is really hard to beat. If you are thinking of dipping your toe into the world of carbon steel like Aogami Super, these stainless-cladded, budget friendly performers can very well be the top choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 106.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.6345%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 43.5798%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 86.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.6345%; height: 86.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExcellent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eThin behind the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 43.5798%; 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Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOil the (carbon) knife if storing for an extended period of time to prevent rust.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tojiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50893925450016,"sku":"TO-DP-DMPT120","price":115.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/TojiroDPDamascusPetty120mmD.jpg?v=1762482622"},{"product_id":"k-s-vg10-tsuchime-damascus-petty-150mm","title":"K\u0026S VG10 Tsuchime Damascus Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Knives_and_Stones_Logo_small.png?v=1694500795\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing the success of the K\u0026amp;S Tsuchime Sanmai, we are proud to introduce the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eK\u0026amp;S Tsuchime Damascus Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— the latest addition under our own branding 岩刃 (Stone\/Knife). Bearing this name means we are putting our reputation behind these knives, and you can expect that we only choose items that meet our standards and stand out in their categories.\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese VG10 blades are produced in Seki, a region renowned for its advanced factory blade manufacturing. What’s special about this VG10 line is its exceptional cutting performance. I once thought machine-manufactured blades often had less optimized geometry, resulting in wedging, sticking, and resistance that compromised cutting feel (Kireaji). However, the smooth, effortless cut from these blades proved me wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a very thin geometry behind the edge, they deliver excellent food penetration, while the well-polished bevel ensures food releases cleanly along the Shinogi line halfway across the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kind of refined cutting performance is not unusual in stores specializing in high-performance Japanese kitchen knives, but what excites me is that this level of precision is now available in a factory-manufactured knife — at a price comparable to a typical European counterpart of the same size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs much as I enjoy viewing or owning collector pieces and “Unicorn Knives,” an affordable knife that cuts beautifully is what benefits most users at the end of the day. The Tsuchime Damascus Finish line continues the philosophy behind the original Sanmai series — combining optimized design, precise manufacturing, and a durable, low-maintenance steel — now enhanced with a stunning\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat adds visual depth and elegance to its already outstanding performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExcellent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat OOTB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eMirror polish can be hard to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eK\u0026amp;S VG10 Tsuchime Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e69 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e2.4 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e150 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5 29\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e30 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 3\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e3\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eVG10 | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Damascus Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e59 - 61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eTsuchime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Teak Handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOther\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-timers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knives and Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51011363111200,"sku":null,"price":179.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/K_SVG10TsuchimeDamascusPetty150mma_0d2a6524-2364-4de3-852c-81bdaaf93509.jpg?v=1764990650"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-black-damascus-petty-150mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ryuhyo(流冰, Flowing Ice) is a line that looks familiar but feels different. It is almost indistinguishable from the Saihyo SG2 line by the look. But after having a try, I can say that look is very deceiving, the improved sharpening and compelling price would likely make this line a often recommended option for a intermediate to high-end knife. Not to mention the unique black Damascus look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHatsuokoro's existing model Saihyo has been around for a while on the market, but it haven't been very popular. One of the reason I thinks is the sharpening being applied to the knife is somewhat standard, it features a flat grind bevel with polished sandblasted damascus finish, and the thickness behind the edge is not particularly thin. This combination results in a blade that doesn't feel particularly sharp or smooth in the cut, and many other blades can outperform it in its price range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHatsukokoro seems to noticed this situation and they have worked on improving their manufacturing process. The Ryuhyo not only comes at a lower price, but also feel much smoother in the cut. The geometry is more of a sabre\/v-grind that transitions smoothly without a shinogi line, not only allows the food to glide smoothly on the surface without sticking, but also kept the beautiful damascus pattern flowing throughout the blade. Maybe this is the reason behind the name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe etching is also brighter than the Saihyo, which seems to be a result of smoother surface(less reactive with acid). This does improve the performance as the friction between the food and the blade is noticeably reduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel would be the good ol SG2, I would consider this as the endgame steel for most household and professional as it is excellent in wear resistance without being too hard to sharpen or prone to rust. Having this steel means Ryuhyo is aim more towards the higher end part of the market for both professionals and home cook, and it have positioned itself very well this time so it is clearly more affordable than the more hand crafted SG2 knives while have a performance that is close to them as well as a stunning look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn summary, the Ryuhyo is the result of Hatsukokoro's improving manufacturing technique, and it is a good sign to see. While we all like the masterfully handcrafted knife that offers us unbeatable performance, it is these more \"machine made\" blades that would allow more people enjoy the smooth cut offered by Japanese kitchen knives. Having this section of the market improving both in quality and value would surely be a plus in my opinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExcellent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat artistic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eThin behind the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eEtched damascus can be hard to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Kurozome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e75 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e2.6 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e155 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e6 7\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e31 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 7\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.3 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e3\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e0.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSG2 \/ R2 | Powdered | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Damascus Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e62 - 64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eEtched\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Ebony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHyogo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-timers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51012305125664,"sku":"HATS_SGBRH_PE150","price":328.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/HatsukokoroRyuhyoSG2BlackDamascusPetty150mma.jpg?v=1764993721"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginrei-ginsan-small-gyuto-tall-petty-150mm-nashiji-ebony","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginrei Ginsan Small Gyuto \/ Tall Petty 150mm Nashiji Ebony","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHatsukokoro Ginrei Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis one of those quiet standouts that genuinely surprises once it hits the cutting board. Finished in a rustic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enashiji texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Ginrei line carries a timeless, understated look that feels traditional and purposeful without trying to draw unnecessary attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estate-of-the-art Hitachi Ginsan (Silver #3) steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, heat treated to around\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering an excellent balance of stainless convenience, edge stability, and ease of sharpening. What truly sets the Ginrei series apart is the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eexceptional grind\u003c\/strong\u003e—thin, well executed, and paired with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003every sharp out-of-the-box edge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat performs immediately and confidently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding further value is the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclassic octagonal ebony handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, a premium touch rarely seen at this price point, offering excellent balance, durability, and a refined feel in hand. Overall, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eperformance-to-price ratio is outstanding\u003c\/strong\u003e, making the Ginrei series a budget-friendly yet highly capable choice for professionals and serious home cooks alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat for professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat OOTB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eIdeal for the household\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eFit and finish can be improved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHatsukokoro Ginrei Ginsan Nashiji\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e114 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e4.0 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e148 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5 53\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e39 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 17\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e2.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e0.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eGinsan \/ Silver #3 | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e60 - 62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eNashiji\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Ebony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHyogo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-timers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51169853636896,"sku":"HST-GR-G3-SGY15EB","price":178.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/HatsukokoroGinreiGinsanSmallSantoku150mmNashijiEbony-20260113-01.webp?v=1769834928"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginrei-ginsan-petty-130mm-nashiji-ebony","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginrei Ginsan Petty 130mm Nashiji Ebony","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHatsukokoro Ginrei Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis one of those quiet standouts that genuinely surprises once it hits the cutting board. Finished in a rustic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enashiji texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Ginrei line carries a timeless, understated look that feels traditional and purposeful without trying to draw unnecessary attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estate-of-the-art Hitachi Ginsan (Silver #3) steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, heat treated to around\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering an excellent balance of stainless convenience, edge stability, and ease of sharpening. What truly sets the Ginrei series apart is the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eexceptional grind\u003c\/strong\u003e—thin, well executed, and paired with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003every sharp out-of-the-box edge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat performs immediately and confidently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding further value is the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclassic octagonal ebony handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, a premium touch rarely seen at this price point, offering excellent balance, durability, and a refined feel in hand. Overall, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eperformance-to-price ratio is outstanding\u003c\/strong\u003e, making the Ginrei series a budget-friendly yet highly capable choice for professionals and serious home cooks alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat for professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat OOTB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eIdeal for the household\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eFit and finish can be improved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHatsukokoro Ginrei Ginsan Nashiji\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e77 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e2.7 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e130 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5 1\/8″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e30 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 3\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e2.1 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e2.1 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e0.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eGinsan \/ Silver #3 | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - 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Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51169855766816,"sku":"HST-GR-G3-PT13EB","price":149.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/HatsukokoroGinreiGinsanPetty130mmNashijiEbony-20260113-01_313144eb-ec80-464c-a8ed-42458f6c4a6a.webp?v=1769835215"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-damascus-k-tip-petty-120mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus K-tip Petty 120mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHikari SLD Damascus is the alternative version of the original Hikari line introduced by Hatsukokoro, although it doesn’t feature its original dazzling surface finish, the increasingly proficient etching done by Hatsukokoro have led to a tasteful contrast on this Damascus clad knife. The knife profile from the original Hikari is carried over, making it a unique choice for chefs and cooks with certain cutting preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SLD is not a common steel seen on the market, being an tool\/injection mold steel, it has incredible wear resistance, the high chromium content have ensured a good enough rust resistance but due to the high carbon content and consequential chromium carbide formation, it can be a little reactive in certain climatic conditions. Thanks to this material choice, Hikari’s edge have a touch of the aggressiveness that you would feel from a carbon steel, it’s that smooth feeling you would get when the edge can bite right into soft but tough food without much rubbing or sliding,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHikari line has a thin blade thickness, which gets carried over to the Damascus version, the very low spine thickness of 1.9mm above the heels ensures a low resistance cutting through some of the denser produce. There is some thickness left behind the edge, so it may not be the smoothest knife to cut with, but the convex grind that follows this edge can effectively push thin slices of food off the surface of the knife, allowing a pretty good food release for a knife this thin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aforementioned profile is the unique feature offered by Hikari. Usually Gyuto would feature a much flatter edge that is ideal for push cutting and slicing, whereas the European chef knife is better for rock cutting using its curved belly. But when we picked up the Hikari, we noticed the strong curve across the entire range. When I put the 210mm Gyuto side by side with a Zwilling 8 inch, I’m plenty surprised by the almost identical edge profile. Not just the Gyuto, both petty and Ko-Santoku are very curved, the Santoku is the only design that is relatively flat in the current lineup. This means most of these knives would be pretty good at rocking chopping, and for customers that ask us if there is a sharp Japanese knife that can support their habit, we finally have an answer to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very friendly price might pave the last step for this knife to be an entry level bestseller, the etched damascus is the icing on the top to boost the aesthetic of the blade, making it a cool piece to pull out when cooking at home. It is not the best performing knife you can get at this price, but a slightly thicker and stronger edge is going to be less prone to damage. It's a pretty balanced design with a special perk, and that’s what makes it stand out as a unique option in the entry level range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.172%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 61.828%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.172%;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eIdeal for the household\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExceptional profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 61.828%;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eEtched damascus can be hard to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eOn the thicker side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3978%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 58.6022%;\"\u003eHatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3978%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" 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Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51365789925664,"sku":"HT-HIRARIDM-KPT120-BC","price":179.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/DSC_1973.webp?v=1774138915"},{"product_id":"tsunehisa-ginsan-nawame-petty-135mm","title":"Tsunehisa Ginsan Nawame Petty 135mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"panel-0\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-0\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-dynamic-variant-content=\"template--21881394430173__details-tabs-1-tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"54\"\u003eTsunehisa Ginsan Damascus Tsuchime Petty 135mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a finely crafted Japanese utility knife built for precision and versatility. Made with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eGinsan (Silver #3) stainless steel core\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers excellent sharpness, strong edge retention, and easy maintenance, making it well suited for both professional and home kitchens. 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Balanced with a lightweight\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"845\"\u003ewa-style handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, the knife feels agile and comfortable, promoting accuracy and reduced fatigue during extended prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1046\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOverall, this petty knife blends beauty, performance, and practicality in a compact, elegant form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003eTsunehisa Nawame Ginsan Tsuchime Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003e72 g        2.54 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003e139 mm   \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e5.47 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003e27 mm     \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e1.06 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003e1.9 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003e1.7 mm     0.07 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003e0.9 mm     0.04 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003eGinsan \/ Silver #3 | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0502%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 65.9498%;\"\u003eSanmai - 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The ripple markings on the finely polished steel, distinctive of Tsugaru forging, is an original technique of the Nigara Forging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “Anmon” design was inspired by the rippling water of the Anmon Waterfalls, cascading from the foot of the World Heritage Shirakami Mountains adjacent to the city of Hirosaki. Old growth beech and pine encompass the Anmon falls where the cool mountain stream cascades down from the precipitous rocks above. The sight of the rippling waterfall has enchanted its visitors with its mystical power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, a interview with the Toshiju Yoshizawa reveals the personal inspiration for him, he said it was Andy Warhol's painting of John Lennon, specifically the fascinating distortion in his glasses that lead him to this design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining this pattern with a matte etched surface, the Anmon line gets a truely breathtaking, high contrast look. This dazziling appearance combines the great edge retentionof the SG2 powder stainless steel, result a series of knives excels in all aspects. There is a reason that these knives are sold very quickly despite the high price of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eNigara Anmon SG2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e64 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e2.3 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e111 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e4 3\/8″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e30 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 3\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.6 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.4 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e3\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSG2 \/ R2 | Powdered | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Damascus Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e62 - 64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eEtched\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Birch Burl with Spacer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eAomori\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.2\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51381017575712,"sku":"NG-ANSG2DM-PT120B","price":449.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/DSC_2754.webp?v=1774489646"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hayabusa-vg10-tsuchime-sanmai-petty-150mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Sanmai Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHatsukokoro's Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime line of kitchen knives is a perfect combination of exceptional artistics, craftsmanship, and affordability. Crafted from state-of-the-art VG10 cutlery steel, these knives offer superior edge retention and corrosion resistance, ensuring they maintain sharpness even with frequent use. This makes them ideal for both professional chefs and home cooks who require high-performance tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade features a beautiful tsuchime (hammered) finish, not only enhancing its visual appeal but also preventing food from sticking during slicing, which leads to smoother, more efficient cuts. The knives are meticulously crafted with exceptional fit and finish, ensuring both comfort and precision in every use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite their high-quality materials and craftsmanship, the Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime knives come at an affordable price, offering great value for anyone seeking a reliable and elegant tool for their kitchen. This blend of performance, aesthetics, and affordability makes them an excellent choice for any cooking enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat artistic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eMirror polish can be hard to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHatsukokoro Hayabusa VG10 Tsuchime Sanmai WA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e86 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e3.0 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e150 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5 29\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e30 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 3\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e0.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eVG10 | Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - 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Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51381206319392,"sku":"HS-HAB-VG10TS-PE150","price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/HatsukokoroHayabusaVG10TsuchimeSanmaiPetty150mmg.webp?v=1774500103"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kurogane-blue-2-kurouchi-ko-bunka-80mm-black-chacate","title":"Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi Ko-Bunka 80mm Black Chacate","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kurogane(黒鉄, Black Iron) can be considered as the Blue 2 version of the popular Kokugei line. Main difference is the core steel is Blue 2 instead of Blue 1, and the slightly blue tint is not present on the Kotetsu, it is just as the name implies, a Kurouchi finished, iron cladding knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the experienced eyes, it won't be hard to tell that this knife is made in the Tosa region. The wild hammer marks can be clearly seen under the rustic black oxidation layer. Although the finish is on the rough side, its performance is still quite decent. The bevel is a slight convex grind, but left with some thickness behind the edge, it won't fly through food like many other knives but once the cut initiates, the very positive food release will help the cut to be smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe additional thickness also means the edge is on the stronger side, it can be pushed a bit harder, which kind of fits it purpose as a budget, rough use knife. For the seasoned expert, the iron cladding means the bevel geometry can be modified with relative ease, and the thicker blade can be turned into a thinner one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI shall consider the Kurogane as a interesting brother to the Kokugei line, with their very friendly price and decent maintainability due to the Kurouchi finish, they are both a strong contender for those who are picking their first carbon steel knife. It's a knife that you can really live and explore with, which can be a valuable thing before steeping up to a more demanding and expensive knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eWorkhorse grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eOn the thicker side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eFit and finish can be improved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eProne to rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eBunka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e69 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e2.4 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e84 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e3 5\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e34 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 11\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e2.6 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e7\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eBlue 2 \/ Aogami #2 | Carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Soft Iron Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e61 - 63\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Black Chacate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHyogo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.2\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOil the (carbon) knife if storing for an extended period of time to prevent rust.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51387445936416,"sku":"HT-KRGN-B2KU-KOBK80BC","price":135.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/HatsukokoroKurotetsuBlue2KurouchiKo-Bunka80mmBlackChacatea.webp?v=1774657123"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kurogane-blue-2-kurouchi-ko-bunka-120mm-black-chacate","title":"Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi Ko-Bunka 120mm Black Chacate","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kurogane(黒鉄, Black Iron) can be considered as the Blue 2 version of the popular Kokugei line. Main difference is the core steel is Blue 2 instead of Blue 1, and the slightly blue tint is not present on the Kotetsu, it is just as the name implies, a Kurouchi finished, iron cladding knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the experienced eyes, it won't be hard to tell that this knife is made in the Tosa region. The wild hammer marks can be clearly seen under the rustic black oxidation layer. Although the finish is on the rough side, its performance is still quite decent. The bevel is a slight convex grind, but left with some thickness behind the edge, it won't fly through food like many other knives but once the cut initiates, the very positive food release will help the cut to be smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe additional thickness also means the edge is on the stronger side, it can be pushed a bit harder, which kind of fits it purpose as a budget, rough use knife. For the seasoned expert, the iron cladding means the bevel geometry can be modified with relative ease, and the thicker blade can be turned into a thinner one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI shall consider the Kurogane as a interesting brother to the Kokugei line, with their very friendly price and decent maintainability due to the Kurouchi finish, they are both a strong contender for those who are picking their first carbon steel knife. It's a knife that you can really live and explore with, which can be a valuable thing before steeping up to a more demanding and expensive knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eWorkhorse grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eOn the thicker side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eFit and finish can be improved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eProne to rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Kurouchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eBunka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e92 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e3.2 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e120 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e4 23\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e41 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 39\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e2.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e7\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.6 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eBlue 2 \/ Aogami #2 | Carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Soft Iron Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e61 - 63\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Black Chacate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eHyogo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.2\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOil the (carbon) knife if storing for an extended period of time to prevent rust.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51387866186016,"sku":"HT-KRGN-B2KU-KOBK120BC","price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/HatsukokoroKuroganeBlue2KurouchiKo-Bunka120mmBlackChacatea.webp?v=1774660150"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-damascus-petty-150mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/hatsukokoro_transparent2_cfb6d8da-6e77-45f6-8dfd-7184ae866545_small.png?v=1708757456\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHikari SLD Damascus is the alternative version of the original Hikari line introduced by Hatsukokoro, although it doesn’t feature its original dazzling surface finish, the increasingly proficient etching done by Hatsukokoro have led to a tasteful contrast on this Damascus clad knife. The knife profile from the original Hikari is carried over, making it a unique choice for chefs and cooks with certain cutting preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SLD is not a common steel seen on the market, being an tool\/injection mold steel, it has incredible wear resistance, the high chromium content have ensured a good enough rust resistance but due to the high carbon content and consequential chromium carbide formation, it can be a little reactive in certain climatic conditions. Thanks to this material choice, Hikari’s edge have a touch of the aggressiveness that you would feel from a carbon steel, it’s that smooth feeling you would get when the edge can bite right into soft but tough food without much rubbing or sliding,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHikari line has a thin blade thickness, which gets carried over to the Damascus version, the very low spine thickness of 1.9mm above the heels ensures a low resistance cutting through some of the denser produce. There is some thickness left behind the edge, so it may not be the smoothest knife to cut with, but the convex grind that follows this edge can effectively push thin slices of food off the surface of the knife, allowing a pretty good food release for a knife this thin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aforementioned profile is the unique feature offered by Hikari. Usually Gyuto would feature a much flatter edge that is ideal for push cutting and slicing, whereas the European chef knife is better for rock cutting using its curved belly. But when we picked up the Hikari, we noticed the strong curve across the entire range. When I put the 210mm Gyuto side by side with a Zwilling 8 inch, I’m plenty surprised by the almost identical edge profile. Not just the Gyuto, both petty and Ko-Santoku are very curved, the Santoku is the only design that is relatively flat in the current lineup. This means most of these knives would be pretty good at rocking chopping, and for customers that ask us if there is a sharp Japanese knife that can support their habit, we finally have an answer to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very friendly price might pave the last step for this knife to be an entry level bestseller, the etched damascus is the icing on the top to boost the aesthetic of the blade, making it a cool piece to pull out when cooking at home. It is not the best performing knife you can get at this price, but a slightly thicker and stronger edge is going to be less prone to damage. It's a pretty balanced design with a special perk, and that’s what makes it stand out as a unique option in the entry level range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 106.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.5336%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 60.6807%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 86.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.5336%; height: 86.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eBudget friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eIdeal for the household\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExceptional profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 60.6807%; height: 86.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eEtched damascus can be hard to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eOn the thicker side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extra_description\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 380.688px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40.7227%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 57.4916%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/line\/hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-damascus\"\u003eHatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40.7227%; 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Finished in a rustic Nashiji texture, the Ginrei line carries a timeless, understated look that feels purposeful and fitting to its name without trying to draw unnecessary attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core is Hitachi Ginsan (Silver #3) steel heat treated to around 61 HRC, this classic recipe delivers an excellent balance of stainless convenience, edge stability, and ease of sharpening. What truly sets the Ginrei series apart is what Hatsukokoro did to it: putting on a really thin bevel and aggressive edge, leading to an excellent cutting smoothness in this price range. It excels especially in going into dense roots and corms, as the thickness of the bevel is kept very low. Although there is some sticking when slicing juicy food into thin pieces, it is still a pretty high performance geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ginrei line offers a variety of profiles, including some you wouldn’t find easily. The K-tip petty would offer great function and precision when carving small items, and the 205mm K-tip “Gyuto” is a great slicer with a length uncommon for typical Sujihiki. The 210mm Gyuto takes the shape of the Hikari line, with a raised tip that leads to an edge profile that matches a typical western chef knife, meaning it is great at rocking chopping. For those who seek a specific type of blade for a specific type of work, you might be able to pick up one from the Ginrei line with a very reasonable price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding further value is the classic octagonal ebony handle, a premium touch rarely seen at this price point, offering excellent balance, durability, and a refined feel in hand. 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Just like their well known VG10 line, these blades employed optimised fabrication procedures, allowing users to obtain a combination of sharp edge geometry and a powder stainless steel edge at a very acceptable cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SG2\/R2 being the most commonly used powder stainless steel in the Japanese kitchen knife industry can offer a reliable toughness and edge retention. However, the higher cost of the steel means it’s usually hard to get knives made with it under 350 AUD(210mm Gyuto). The SG2 Hayabusa produced by Hatsukokoro offers a very low price for those who want to experience this steel and its ability to hold its edge, but the Matt Migaki Tsuchime line from Nigara would have a better sharpness and food release due to its hand-sharpened, sabre grind concave edge geometry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall fit and finish is just like other knives produced in similar fashion by Nigara, you can expect very consistent surface condition, straightness and rigidity throughout different profiles. The soft stainless cladding has a very pretty smooth matt finish while the core steel still has parallel polish marks left from Migaki finish. Compare to the VG10 line with Damascus cladding, this is a very simple yet elegant design, if you are looking for a slightly different look, there is a twin sister line by Nigara that comes with Kurouchi finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slightly thicker thickness of the blade gives the knife more sturdiness, combining with the ease of maintenance,  it allows this lineup of knives to be an excellent starting point for those who want to get into Japanese knife with have a bit more budget. And for the VG10 users looking for an upgrade, these blades offer better core steel with only a slight increase in price, but more importantly maintain a very good fit and finish and sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExcellent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eEasy to look after\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eRelatively hard to sharpen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"show_specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/line\/nigara-sg-2-matt-migaki-tsuchime\"\u003eNigara SG2 Matt Migaki Tsuchime\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/profile\/k-tip-petty\"\u003eK-tip Petty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e84 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e3.0 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e142 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5 19\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e32 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 17\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e0.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/steel\/sg-2-r-2\"\u003eSG2 \/ R2 | Powdered | Stainless\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e62 - 64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Ebony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/maker\/nigara\"\u003eAomori\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-timers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51774836572448,"sku":"NIGA_SGKU_KPT150","price":319.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/DSC_4370.webp?v=1780455093"},{"product_id":"ono-suzukaze-sg2-tsuchime-damascus-petty-150mm","title":"Ono Suzukaze SG2 Tsuchime Damascus Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/logo_small.svg?v=1756467250\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis series is essentially Ono's own iteration of the Shun Fuji sereis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged in \u003cstrong\u003eSeki City\u003c\/strong\u003e, a name synonymous with legendary Japanese cutlery, the Ono Suzukaze series is built for cooks who aren’t afraid to make a statement. This is a knife defined by its \u003cstrong\u003econfident, tall profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a smooth, commanding rock through herbs and vegetables without worrying about knuckle clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core lies \u003cstrong\u003eSG2 powdered steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, renowned for its exceptional sharpness and steadfast edge retention. It’s cloaked in \u003cstrong\u003e69 layers of contrasting Damascus\u003c\/strong\u003e, polished to highlight the pattern but finished with a practical \u003cstrong\u003etsuchime (hammered) texture\u003c\/strong\u003e along the edge to combat food sticking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique \u003cstrong\u003etriangular Western WA handle\u003c\/strong\u003e is its masterpiece. It merges the balance of a Wa handle with the ergonomic confidence of a Western one, crafted from handsome Pakkawood for a secure, comfortable grip that feels like a natural extension of your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Suzukaze doesn’t whisper; it performs. It’s \u003cstrong\u003eSeki craftsmanship at its most bold\u003c\/strong\u003e—a blend of striking looks, innovative design, and serious cutting power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 106.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.0396%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 51.1746%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 86.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.0396%; height: 86.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eIdeal for the household\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat artistic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eExcellent fit and finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\" style=\"width: 51.1746%; height: 86.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eRelatively hard to sharpen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eHigh budget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/line\/ono-sg-2-69-layer-damascus\"\u003eOno SG2 69-layer 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bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e153 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e6 1\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e33 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 19\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan 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class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e3\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/steel\/sg-2-r-2\"\u003eSG2 \/ R2 | Powdered | Stainless\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Damascus Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e62 - 64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eTsuchime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eWestern Pakka Wood with Bolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/maker\/ono-knife\"\u003eSeki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-timers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eWash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003ePlease don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eBe careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eIt is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIt is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51820903661856,"sku":"ONO-SUZUSG-PE150","price":279.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/1043\/2032\/files\/DSC_4117.webp?v=1781153635"},{"product_id":"tsunehisa-as-kurouchi-tsuchime-petty-150mm","title":"Tsunehisa AS Kurouchi Tsuchime Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/logo_tsunehisa_small.png?v=1754443167\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone curious about carbon steel but hesitant about the maintenance commitment, the Tsunehisa AS Kurouchi Tsuchime line makes a very accessible entry point. The stainless cladding keeps the majority of the blade protected, leaving only the exposed Aogami Super (Blue Super) edge to look after — a quick wipe-down after use goes a long way, and it's a good habit to build if you're new to carbon steel. The edge will develop a patina over time, which is normal and actually helps stabilise the steel's reactivity once it settles in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel itself is Aogami Super, the highest performing of Hitachi's carbon steel lineup in terms of edge retention. It takes a very sharp, aggressive edge that stainless steels at this price range simply can't match, and holds it well through extended use. The trade-off, as always with carbon steel, is that the exposed edge needs attention — but the stainless cladding makes that trade-off much more manageable than a fully reactive iron-clad knife would.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe geometry is honest about its priorities. The flat primary bevel does produce a noticeable change in angle at the Shinogi line where it meets the Kurouchi Tsuchime finished Hira — this transition does useful work in encouraging food to peel away from the surface as the slice reaches it. There is some thickness behind the edge, which means the knife isn't the smoothest to enter dense produce, but in exchange the edge has decent strength against minor misuse — a reassuring quality for users still building their knife habits. The spine sits at around 2mm above the heel, keeping wedging in denser food to a reasonable level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kurouchi Tsuchime finish gives this line a classic forged Japanese knife aesthetic — textured, characterful and unpretentious. At this price point, with Aogami Super steel and stainless cladding, it competes well against similarly priced carbon steel lines and offers a more distinctive look than many alternatives in the same bracket. A solid first carbon steel knife, and a genuine workhorse for professionals who already know what they're after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pros_and_cons\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eGreat for professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eThin behind the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eIdeal entry point to Japanese knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"procon\"\u003eProne to rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-description\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/line\/tsunehisa-as-kurouchi-tsuchime-stainless-clad\"\u003eTsunehisa AS Kurouchi Tsuchime Stainless Clad\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/profile\/petty\"\u003ePetty \/ Utility, Paring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBevel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e91 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e3.2 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e152 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5 63\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e30 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1 3\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e5\/64″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ Mid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e1.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/16″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth @ 1cm from Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__metric\"\u003e0.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__sep\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kns-dual__imperial\"\u003e1\/32″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/steel\/blue-super-aogami-super\"\u003eBlue Super \/ Aogami Super | Carbon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eSanmai - Stainless Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e62 - 65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eKurouchi Tsuchime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003eOctagonal Ebony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/pages\/maker\/tsunehisa\"\u003eFukuyama\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"f0f2f2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-timers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eDon't cut hard things! 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This is a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebudget-friendly line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efeaturing full metal construction, pairing an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUS10 stainless steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecomfortable stainless steel handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor maximum durability and hygiene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe all-stainless design makes these knives\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eexceptionally tough, corrosion resistant, and easy to clean\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for fast-paced environments where time and maintenance matter. 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