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Relying on traditional techniques, they forge knives meticulously, doing all their heat treatments by eye, and coax incredible toughness and grain structure out of high carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Shirogami #2 carbon steel core and soft iron cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Magnolia wood and buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.25\" (180mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge: 6.25\" (160mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.25\" (310mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 44mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2.68mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4.3 oz (122 grams)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43956571177210,"sku":"","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/products\/KikumoriKikuzukiKSantokuShiro1.jpg?v=1675284592"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-kikuzuki-kasumi-135mm-kiritsuke-petty","title":"Sakai Kikumori Kikuzuki Kasumi 135mm Kiritsuke Petty","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Kikuzuki Kasumi series feature a subtle satin hairline finish, convex grind, and rounded and polished choil and spine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis series is forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka, a blacksmith based in Sakai City, Osaka. He has over 50 years of experience and is formally recognized as a master craftsman known as 'Dentoukougeishi' by the Japanese government. He works alongside his son Yoshihisa Tanaka, and they produce some of the most well regarded hand forged blades in the world. Relying on traditional techniques, they forge knives meticulously, doing all their heat treatments by eye, and coax incredible toughness and grain structure out of high carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Shirogami #2 carbon steel core and soft iron cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Magnolia wood and buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 5.5\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge: 5\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 10.25\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 29mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2.4mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 2.5 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44521482617082,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/KikumoriKikuzukiKasumiKiritsukePetty1.jpg?v=1694211533"},{"product_id":"shibata-koutetsu-r2-180mm-bunka","title":"Shibata Koutetsu R2 180mm Bunka","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Koutetsu knives from master sharpener Takayuki Shibata are expertly ground laser thin with perfect convexity, making for some of the smoothest cutting knives on the market. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese knives feature a R2 (SG2) powder steel core and stainless cladding. They are extremely low maintenance and non-reactive, but with high hardness, they will have excellent edge retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: SG2 (R2) Powdered stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Jarrah wood and pakka ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7\" (180mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 13\" (330mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 2\" (52mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 5 oz (144g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45189152342266,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/ShibataKoutetsuR2Bunka1.jpg?v=1707954471"},{"product_id":"shibata-koutetsu-r2-135mm-ko-bunka","title":"Shibata Koutetsu R2 140mm Ko-Bunka","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Koutetsu knives from master sharpener Takayuki Shibata are expertly ground laser thin with perfect convexity, making for some of the smoothest cutting knives on the market. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese knives feature a R2 (SG2) powder steel core and stainless cladding. They are extremely low maintenance and non-reactive, but with high hardness, they will have excellent edge retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Material: SG2 (R2) Powdered stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material: Rosewood and pakka ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length: 5.5\" (139mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall Length: 10.5\" (267mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 1.6\" (41mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 1.85mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 3.2 oz (90g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45189182980346,"sku":null,"price":255.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/ShibataKoutetsuR2KoBunka1.jpg?v=1707954449"},{"product_id":"kyohei-shindo-aogami-165mm-bunka-kurochi","title":"Kyohei Shindo Aogami 165mm Bunka Kurochi","description":"\u003cp\u003eForged with Aogami #2 carbon steel and iron cladding. These knives have a rustic blacksmith's (kurochi) finish. They have round Keyaki wood handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased in Tosa, Japan, Kyohei Shindo is a younger blacksmith forging excellent carbon steel knives at an affordable price-point. We love the thin precise grinds on his knives, and they have a cutting feel that rivals knives twice the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami #2 carbon steel with soft iron cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Keyaki wood with plastic ferrule\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 6.7\" (170mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.2\" (310mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 46mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 4.66mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine Halfway : 1.75mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4.6 oz (132g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife. Color of handle may vary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uptown Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45189351375098,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/KyoheiShindoAogamiBunka1.jpg?v=1707954254"},{"product_id":"takeshi-saji-sg2-damascus-165mm-bunka-ironwood","title":"Takeshi Saji SG2 Damascus 165mm Bunka Ironwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis knife has a SG2 (R2) steel core with stainless damascus cladding. SG2 is a powder steel boasting high hardness making for excellent edge retention. This knife has a workhorse feel thanks to its full tang western style handle and robust convex grind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTakeshi Saji is a 3rd generation master blacksmith making knives in Echizen, Japan. He combines modern design with traditional blacksmithing techniques; his knives are true works of art. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: SG2 (R2) Powdered stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Ironwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 6.7\" (170mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 11.6\" (295mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 50mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2.4mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 8 oz (226g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45189375590650,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/TakeshiSajiIronwoodDamascusR2Bunka1.jpg?v=1707954535"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-choyo-kiritsuke-santoku-180mm-shirogami-ebony","title":"Sakai Kikumori Choyo Kiritsuke Santoku 180mm Shirogami - Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Choyo series feature a brilliant mirror polish, ambidextrous wide bevel style grinds, and rounded and polished choil and spine. Handled with an octagon shaped Ebony wood handle with a Buffalo horn ferrule.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis series is forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka, a blacksmith based in Sakai City, Osaka. He has over 50 years of experience and is formally recognized as a master craftsman known as 'Dentoukougeishi' by the Japanese government. He works alongside his son Yoshihisa Tanaka, and they produce some of the most well regarded hand forged blades in the world. Relying on traditional techniques, they forge knives meticulously, doing all their heat treatments by eye, and coax incredible toughness and grain structure out of high carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Shirogami #2 carbon steel core and soft iron cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Ebony wood and buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 6.5\" (165mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.2\" (183mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.28\" (312mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 1.73\" (44mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: .1\" (2.9mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 5.6 oz (158 grams)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45226832658682,"sku":null,"price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumoriChoyoKSantoku6.jpg?v=1709926097"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-choyo-kiritsuke-gyuto-240mm-shirogami-ebony","title":"Sakai Kikumori Choyo Kiritsuke Gyuto 240mm Shirogami - Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Choyo series feature a brilliant mirror polish, ambidextrous wide bevel style grinds, and rounded and polished choil and spine. Handled with an octagon shaped Ebony wood handle with a Buffalo horn ferrule.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis series is forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka, a blacksmith based in Sakai City, Osaka. He has over 50 years of experience and is formally recognized as a master craftsman known as 'Dentoukougeishi' by the Japanese government. He works alongside his son Yoshihisa Tanaka, and they produce some of the most well regarded hand forged blades in the world. Relying on traditional techniques, they forge knives meticulously, doing all their heat treatments by eye, and coax incredible toughness and grain structure out of high carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Shirogami #2 carbon steel core and soft iron cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Ebony wood \u0026amp; buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 8.9\" (227mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 9.6\" (244mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 14.96\" (380mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 1.73\" (44mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 7.5 oz (214g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45381904236794,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/20240321_104302.jpg?v=1711049443"},{"product_id":"masakage-yuki-165mm-bunka","title":"Masakage Yuki 180mm Bunka","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yuki series from Masakage features a shirogami #2 steel core which is very easy to sharpen. They are clad with stainless steel making them easy to care for! The handle is oval, made from magnolia wood and a red pakka wood ferrule. The blade is has a nashiji (pearskin) finish on the sides. They are forged by Yoshimi Kato in Echizen, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Shirogami #2 carbon steel with stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Magnolia with pakka wood ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 6.8\" (173mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.5\" (318mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 47mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel:  3.7mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4.6 oz (130g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife. Color of handle may vary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45717687828730,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/MasakageYukiBunka3.jpg?v=1718143657"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-kikuzuki-gin-kiritsuke-santoku","title":"Sakai Kikumori Kikuzuki Gin Kiritsuke Santoku","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Kikuzuki Gin series feature a polished blade style called so-bokashi. It is is completely hand ground on large wheels, and there is pronounced convexity making for an excellent cutting feel. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese knives are forged by Satoshi Nakagawa, an expert at working with stainless steels. Ginsan has a good balance of properties: stainless, good edge life, easy to sharpen, and good toughness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Ginsan stainless steel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Magnolia wood and buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length (Handle to Tip): 182mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 163mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 310mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 47mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 3.18mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4.8 oz.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46362170327290,"sku":null,"price":515.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumorKikuzukiGinKiritsukeSantoku1.jpg?v=1721323487"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-vg10-tsuchime-165mm-bunka-walnut","title":"Sakai Kikumori TS10 165mm Bunka - Walnut","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe TS10 series from Sakai Kikumori have a three layer blade with a VG10 steel core, hammer-marked tsuchime cladding and octagon shaped walnut wood handles. These knives have excellent edge life and wear resistance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Material: VG10 Stainless steel core\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material: Walnut wood with pakka wood ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardness: 60-61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length: 6.5\" (162mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.3\" (312mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 46mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel:  1.9mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 4.3 oz (122 grams)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*Weights and Measurments may vary knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46658785640698,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumoriVG10TsuchimeBunkaWalnut1.jpg?v=1728155270"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-yugiri-150mm-kiritsuke-petty","title":"Sakai Kikumori Yugiri 150mm Kiritsuke Petty","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Yugiri series features forged Blue #1 (Aogami #1) carbon steel core, clad with stainless steel. These are ground expertly, with wonderful convexity making an almost laser feel when cutting soft foods. Handled with ebony wood and buffalo horn octagon handles, these are some of the classiest knives we offer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis series is forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka, a blacksmith based in Sakai City, Osaka. He has over 50 years of experience and is formally recognized as a master craftsman known as 'Dentoukougeishi' by the Japanese government. He works alongside his son Yoshihisa Tanaka, and they produce some of the most well regarded hand forged blades in the world. Relying on traditional techniques, they forge knives meticulously, doing all their heat treatments by eye, and coax incredible toughness and grain structure out of high carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami #1 carbon steel core and stainless steel cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Ebony wood \u0026amp; buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 5.7\" (145mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 5.9\" (150mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 11.2\" (285mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 30mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 3.2 oz (92 grams)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46658795077882,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumoriYugiriKPetty1.jpg?v=1728155427"},{"product_id":"yoshimi-kato-as-165mm-bunka-v-tsuchime-kurouchi","title":"Yoshimi Kato AS 165mm Bunka V-Tsuchime Kurouchi","description":"\u003cp\u003eForged by master smith Yoshimi Kato in Echizen, Japan. A distinctive V-Shaped hammer mark and blacksmith's (kurouchi) finish set these knives apart visually, and they are handled with a octagonal rosewood handle with a white pakka wood ferrule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami Super carbon steel with stainless steel cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Rosewood with pakka wood ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 6.7\" (171mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.48\" (317mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 47mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 3.3mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 5oz (142g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife. Color of handle may vary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46834154045690,"sku":null,"price":415.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/YoshimiKatoBunkaASTsuchimeKurouchi1.jpg?v=1731550670"},{"product_id":"yoshimi-kato-as-210mm-kiritsuke-gyuto-v-tsuchime-kurouchi","title":"Yoshimi Kato AS 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto V-Tsuchime Kurouchi","description":"\u003cp\u003eForged by master smith Yoshimi Kato in Echizen, Japan. A distinctive V-Shaped hammer mark and blacksmith's (kurouchi) finish set these knives apart visually, and they are handled with a octagonal rosewood handle with a white pakka wood ferrule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami Super carbon steel with stainless steel cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Rosewood with pakka wood ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 8.35\" (212mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 14.1 (359mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 47mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 3.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 5.8 oz (168g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife. Color of handle may vary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46834185076986,"sku":null,"price":455.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/YoshimiKato210mmKiritsukeGyutoASTsuchimeKurouchi1.jpg?v=1731550700"},{"product_id":"muneishi-aogami-2-180mm-kiritsuke-kurouchi","title":"Muneishi Aogami #2 180mm Kiritsuke Kurouchi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMade in Tosa, Japan by 3rd generation blacksmith Kosuke Muneishi. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eForged with top quality Aogami #2 (Blue #2) carbon steel, these knives have great edge life. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami #2 carbon steel with soft iron cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Cherry wood handle with red pakka wood ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.1\" (180mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.6\" (320mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 44mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4.3oz (124g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife. Color of handle may vary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Uptown Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46968132731130,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/MuneishiAo2180Kiritsuke2.jpg?v=1734841578"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-kikuzuki-gin-240mm-kiritsuke-gyuto","title":"Sakai Kikumori Kikuzuki Gin 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Kikuzuki Gin series feature a polished blade style called so-bokashi. It is is completely hand ground on large wheels, and there is pronounced convexity making for an excellent cutting feel. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese knives are forged by Satoshi Nakagawa, an expert at working with stainless steels. Ginsan has a good balance of properties: stainless, good edge life, easy to sharpen, and good toughness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Ginsan stainless steel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Magnolia wood and buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 9.56\" (243mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge: 8.78\" (223mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 14.88\" (378mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 45mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2.73mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 5.9oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**No soaking or dishwashers!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46968143577338,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/KikumoriKikuzukiGin240KiritsukeGyuto1.jpg?v=1734753579"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-ren-300mm-kiritsuke-yanagi","title":"Sakai Kikumori Ren 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori has created the Ren series in support of up-and-coming craftspeople in Sakai's knife industry by sharing a portion of profits from this series directly with them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe blades are forged by Nakagawa Hamono from Aogami (Blue) #1 carbon steel and feature a Montan pattern on the backside of each blade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandled with a resin octagon handle with turquoise colored spacers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami #1 carbon steel with soft iron.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 11.38\" (289mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 11.97\" (304mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 17.95\" (456mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 36mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 4.25mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 10.1 oz (286g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46968148820218,"sku":null,"price":725.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/KikumoriRenBlueMontan300KiritsukeYanagiNakagawa1.jpg?v=1734753627"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-ren-270mm-kiritsuke-yanagi","title":"Sakai Kikumori Ren 270mm Kiritsuke Yanagi","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori has created the Ren series in support of up-and-coming craftspeople in Sakai's knife industry by sharing a portion of profits from this series directly with them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe blades are forged by Nakagawa Hamono from Aogami (Blue) #1 carbon steel and feature a Montan pattern on the backside of each blade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandled with a resin octagon handle with turquoise colored spacers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami #1 carbon steel with soft iron.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 10.2\" (259mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 10.7\" (272mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 16.33\" (415mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 34mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 8.7 oz (246g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47177181397242,"sku":null,"price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumoriRen270KiritsukeYanagi1.jpg?v=1741369260"},{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-kokusen-as-170mm-bunka","title":"Yu Kurosaki Kokusen AS 170mm Bunka","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom Yu Kurosaki's workshop, the Kokusen series features a unique star shaped hammer mark, mellow blacksmith's finish (kurouchi), and a unique spine shape, which really set these knives apart. They are handled with a octagonal rosewood handle with a pakka wood ferrule. Great cutting feel and food release on these!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami Super carbon steel with stainless steel cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Rosewood with pakka wood ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 6.7\" (170mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12\" (305mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 47mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 1.85mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4.4oz (124g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife. Color of handle may vary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47226720289018,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/YuKurosakiKokusenASBunka1.jpg?v=1743621632"},{"product_id":"masakage-yuki-135mm-ko-bunka","title":"Masakage Yuki 135mm Ko-Bunka","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yuki series from Masakage features a shirogami #2 steel core which is very easy to sharpen. They are clad with stainless steel making them easy to care for! The handle is oval, made from magnolia wood and a red pakka wood ferrule. The blade is has a nashiji (pearskin) finish on the sides. They are forged by Yoshimi Kato in Echizen, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Shirogami #2 carbon steel with stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Magnolia with pakka wood ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel:  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife. Color of handle may vary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47350392586490,"sku":null,"price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/MasakageYukiKoBunka1.jpg?v=1748553160"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-yugiri-180mm-kiritsuke-santoku","title":"Sakai Kikumori Yugiri 180mm Kiritsuke Santoku","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Yugiri series features forged Blue #1 (Aogami #1) carbon steel core, clad with stainless steel. These are ground expertly, with wonderful convexity making an almost laser feel when cutting soft foods. Handled with ebony wood and buffalo horn octagon handles\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis series is forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka, a blacksmith based in Sakai City, Osaka. He has over 50 years of experience and is formally recognized as a master craftsman known as 'Dentoukougeishi' by the Japanese government. He works alongside his son Yoshihisa Tanaka, and they produce some of the most well regarded hand forged blades in the world. Relying on traditional techniques, they forge knives meticulously, doing all their heat treatments by eye, and coax incredible toughness and grain structure out of high carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami #1 carbon steel core and stainless steel cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Ebony wood \u0026amp; buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 6.7\" (170mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.3\" (185mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 11.2\" (285mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 53mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2.75mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 6oz (172g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47388987982074,"sku":null,"price":440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/20250607_145126.jpg?v=1749333359"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-yogiri-180mm-kiritsuke-santoku-aogami-super-damascus","title":"Sakai Kikumori Yogiri 180mm Kiritsuke Santoku - Aogami Super Damascus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Yogiri series is super special, forged in very limited batches. It features an Aogami Super carbon steel core, and its clad with an unusually beautiful stainless damascus cladding. The knives are ground convex with a bit of heft but still thin on the edge, and then have a deep acid etch, bringing out the really bringing out the textures of the finish. Handle is  an octagon ebony wood with blond buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis series is forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka, a blacksmith based in Sakai City, Osaka. He has over 50 years of experience and is formally recognized as a master craftsman known as 'Dentoukougeishi' by the Japanese government. He works alongside his son Yoshihisa Tanaka, and they produce some of the most well regarded hand forged blades in the world. Relying on traditional techniques, they forge knives meticulously, doing all their heat treatments by eye, and coax incredible toughness and grain structure out of high carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami Super carbon steel core and stainless steel cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Ebony wood \u0026amp; buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 6.58\" (167mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.2\" (183mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.3\" (312mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 50mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 3.4mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 6.9oz (194g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48026659913978,"sku":null,"price":1025.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumoriYogiriASDamascusKiritsukeSantoku1.jpg?v=1764794120"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-yogiri-225mm-kiritsuke-gyuto-aogami-super-damascus","title":"Sakai Kikumori Yogiri 225mm Kiritsuke Gyuto - Aogami Super Damascus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Yogiri series is super special, forged in very limited batches. It features an Aogami Super carbon steel core, and its clad with an unusually beautiful stainless damascus cladding. The knives are ground convex with a bit of heft but still thin on the edge, and then have a deep acid etch, bringing out the really bringing out the textures of the finish. Handle is  an octagon ebony wood with blond buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis series is forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka, a blacksmith based in Sakai City, Osaka. He has over 50 years of experience and is formally recognized as a master craftsman known as 'Dentoukougeishi' by the Japanese government. He works alongside his son Yoshihisa Tanaka, and they produce some of the most well regarded hand forged blades in the world. Relying on traditional techniques, they forge knives meticulously, doing all their heat treatments by eye, and coax incredible toughness and grain structure out of high carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Aogami Super carbon steel core and stainless steel cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Ebony wood \u0026amp; buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 8.45\" (215mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 9.1\" (232mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 14.4\" (366mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 53mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 3.1mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 8.7oz (246g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48269485113594,"sku":null,"price":1175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumoriYogiri225KiritsukeGyuto1_ffc8c1cb-b09d-4a3b-b47a-2aca9d3505e5.jpg?v=1769806028"},{"product_id":"tsunehisa-swedish-damascus-washiji-165mm-bunka","title":"Tsunehisa Swedish Damascus Washiji 170mm Bunka","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese knives feature a Swedish stainless steel core.. The damascus cladding has a unique combination of hammermarks (tsuchime) and a rustic pearskin finish (nashiji). Handled with magnolia wood and buffalo horn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet stainless steel can develop rust and pitting\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Swedish stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Magnolia wood and buffalo horn ferrule \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.25\" (185mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e6.7\" (170mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.3\" (313mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 41mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Knife pictured is an example and will probably not be the knife that you receive. The horn used in the handle can vary, and may be a different color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48281255837946,"sku":null,"price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/TsunehisaSwedishWashijiBunka1.jpg?v=1770241013"},{"product_id":"takeshi-saji-vg10-180mm-bunka-cross-tsuchime-red-micarta","title":"Takeshi Saji VG10 180mm Bunka - Cross Tsuchime Red Micarta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA distinct 'cross tsuchime' hammermarked damascus cladding on these with a light acid, bringing out the damascus pattern, with VG10 steel. Red micarta riveted Western style handle. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTakeshi Saji is a 3rd generation master blacksmith making knives in Echizen, Japan. He combines modern design with traditional blacksmithing techniques; his knives are true works of art. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: VG10 stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Red Micarta\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: (180mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: (307mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 51mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2.3mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 7.9oz (224g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48632191189242,"sku":null,"price":390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SajiCrossTsuchimeVG10Bunka1.jpg?v=1775843897"},{"product_id":"hado-shiosai-sg2-180mm-bunka","title":"Hado Shiosai SG2 180mm Bunka","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a SG2 steel core, a hard stainless steel with great edge life. These have a unique shaped hammer mark and very clean polishing work on the spine and choil  They have excellent thin grinds for smooth cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHado produces exquisite blades in Sakai, Japan, all their sharpening work is done in house, with forged blades from top regional blacksmiths. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: SG2 steel core, stainless cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Pakka wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-65 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: (170mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: (308mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: (49mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 1.95mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 5.3 oz (148g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uptown Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48632998691066,"sku":null,"price":335.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/HadoShiosai180mmBunka1.jpg?v=1775844261"},{"product_id":"hado-shiosai-sg2-135mm-ko-bunka","title":"Hado Shiosai SG2 135mm Ko Bunka","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a SG2 steel core, a hard stainless steel with great edge life. These have a unique shaped hammer mark and very clean polishing work on the spine and choil  They have excellent thin grinds for smooth cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHado produces exquisite blades in Sakai, Japan, all their sharpening work is done in house, with forged blades from top regional blacksmiths. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: SG2 steel core, stainless cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Pakka wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-65 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: (126mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: (260mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: (45mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 1.95mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 3.8 oz (110g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uptown Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48633025986810,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/HadoShiosaiKoBunka4.jpg?v=1775844300"},{"product_id":"hado-shiosai-sg2-210mm-kiritsuke-gyuto","title":"Hado Shiosai SG2 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a SG2 steel core, a hard stainless steel with great edge life. These have a unique shaped hammer mark and very clean polishing work on the spine and choil  They have excellent thin grinds for smooth cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHado produces exquisite blades in Sakai, Japan, all their sharpening work is done in house, with forged blades from top regional blacksmiths. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: SG2 steel core, stainless cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Pakka wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 63-65 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: (198mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: (350mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: (47mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 5.8 oz (164g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uptown Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48633028346106,"sku":null,"price":360.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/HadoShiosai210mmKiritsukeGyuto1.jpg?v=1775844317"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-vg10-tsuchime-140mm-bunka-walnut","title":"Sakai Kikumori TS10 140mm Bunka - Walnut","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe TS10 series from Sakai Kikumori have a three layer blade with a VG10 steel core, hammer-marked tsuchime cladding and octagon shaped walnut wood handles. These knives have excellent edge life and wear resistance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Material: VG10 Stainless steel core\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material: Walnut wood with pakka wood ferrule \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardness: 60-61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 5.47\" (139mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length: 6\" (153mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall Length: 11.14\" (283mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 46mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 1.93mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 3.8oz (108g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*Weights and Measurements may vary knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48935364591866,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumoriVG10Tsuchime140mmBunkaWalnut1.jpg?v=1780119577"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-x-nakagawa-180mm-kiritsuke-santoku-stainless-clad-shirogami-1","title":"Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa Kasumi 180mm Kiritsuke Santoku - Stainless Clad Shirogami #1","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese knives are forged for Sakai Kikumori by Satoshi Nakagawa, known for top level heat treatments, pulling extra toughness and ease of sharpening out of high hardness steels. The wide bevel grinds have a satin kasumi style finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Material: Shirogami #1 (white #1) carbon steel core, stainless steel cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material: Magnolia wood and buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.16\" (182mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCutting Edge: 6.58\" (167mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.4\" (315mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 47mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 3.3mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 5.2oz (148g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48935367868666,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumoriShiro1StainlessCladdingKiritsukeSantoku1.jpg?v=1780119620"},{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-asagiri-180mm-kiritsuke-santoku","title":"Sakai Kikumori Asagiri 180mm Kiritsuke Santoku","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori’s Asagiri series features forged Shirogami #2 carbon steel clad with stainless steel. These are ground expertly, with a beautiful hair-line kasumi finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis series is forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka, a blacksmith based in Sakai City, Osaka. He has over 50 years of experience and is formally recognized as a master craftsman known as 'Dentoukougeishi' by the Japanese government. He works alongside his son Yoshihisa Tanaka, and they produce some of the most well regarded hand forged blades in the world. Relying on traditional techniques, they forge knives meticulously, doing all their heat treatments by eye, and coax incredible toughness and grain structure out of high carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is the flagship brand of Kawamura Hamono, producing top quality Japanese and Western style kitchen knives in Sakai, one of the oldest knife making centers in Japan. They have been producing knives since the 1920’s and have maintained long standing relationships with some of the best blacksmiths and blade grinders in Sakai. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Shirogami #2 carbon steel core and stainless steel cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Oak wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 6.53\" (166g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.2\" (183mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.4\" (315mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 51mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 2.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 6.1oz (174mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawamura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48935371374842,"sku":null,"price":355.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/SakaiKikumoriAsagiri180mmKiritsukeSantoku1.jpg?v=1780119678"},{"product_id":"tosa-tsukasa-165mm-bunka-shirogami-1","title":"Tosa Tsukasa 165mm Bunka - Shirogami 1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHand forged by Tsukasa Tokaji in Tosa, a city on Shikoku island that has a deep history of forged tools and knives. These rustic handmade knives are a great starting point for anyone wanting to get into sharpening and maintaining their own knives on whetstones.  They are forged with top quality Hitachi made Shirogami #1 (White Steel #1), which is a pure carbon steel with a high carbon content, making for an easy to sharpen knife that has great edge life too. They are fitted with octagon shaped oak wood handles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Shirogami #1 carbon steel with soft iron cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Oak wood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 6.7\" (170mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.15\" (182mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.4\" (315mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 47mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 3.46mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine Halfway: 1.7mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4.9 oz (140g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife. Color of handle may vary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Extra care is required with carbon steel. No soaking or dishwashers! Dry well in between uses to avoid rust. Blade will develop a patina (discoloration) with normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uptown Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48965268799738,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/TosaTsukasaBunkaShirogami1.jpg?v=1780872574"},{"product_id":"touroku-sakai-blue-super-165mm-bunka-migaki","title":"Touroku Sakai Blue Super 165mm Bunka - Migaki","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlue Super (Aogami Super) steel core has a high hardness, wear resistance and excellent edge life, and the stainless cladding makes it easy to care for. Blade has a polished 'migaki' finish, extra thin for excellent cutting feel. Handles are octagonal smoked oak wood. Each blade is hand engraved with the makers mark. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Blue Super (Aogami Super) core, stainless cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Oak wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 6.8\" (173mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.32\" (186mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.4\" (315mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 43mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 1.85mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4.3 oz (122 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, carbon steel can rust, dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. Patina will form with normal use and care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTouroku Sakai collaborates with a variety of artisan knife makers in Japan to produce an exquisite lineup of kitchen knives. From traditional Japanese single bevel blades to more modern Western style knives, everything they produce is top quality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Touroku Sakai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49698380120314,"sku":null,"price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/8796\/7385\/files\/TourokuSakaiBlueSuperMigakiBunka1.jpg?v=1784241865"},{"product_id":"touroku-sakai-ginsan-nashiji-165mm-bunka","title":"Touroku Sakai Ginsan Nashiji 165mm Bunka","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese knives feature a Ginsan stainless steel core. Ginsan is prized for its ease of sharpening and toughness. The blades have a nashiji (pearskin) textured finish on the cladding. Fitted with octagonal smoked oak wood handles. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEach blade is hand engraved with the makers mark. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. Made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Material: Ginsan stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHandle Material: Oak wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutting Edge Length: 6.7\" (173mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBlade Length: 7.2\" (183mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall Length: 12.3\" (312mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight at Heel: 43mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThickness of Spine at Heel: 1.9mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 4.6 oz (130 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e*Weights and measurements may vary from knife to knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**Dry thoroughly after use. Left wet, stainless steel can dull quickly and develop pits in the edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e**To avoid chipping, keep away from bones, frozen foods or other hard foods and pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTouroku Sakai collaborates with a variety of artisan knife makers in Japan to produce an exquisite lineup of kitchen knives. 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Fitted with striped pakka wood octagonal handles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. 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VG10 is a high quality stainless steel with good edge life and toughness. Fitted with brown and black pakka wood octagonal handles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoxed. 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