Hatsukokoro Hayabusa ATS34 Sanmai Bunka 180mmThe Hatsukokoro Hayabusa ATS34 Sanmai Bunka 180mm is a double bevel general purpose knife best fit for first timers, students, and professional chefs seeking a stainless blade with high edge retention. This 180mm Bunka profile features a straighter edge and pointed reverse tanto tip, facilitating precise slicing, dicing, and chopping of vegetables, fruits, and meats. The blade core comprises ATS34 stainless steel manufactured by Hitachi Special Steel,

Constructed in san-mai stainless clad format

The Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Petty 150mm by Yoshihiro Yauji is a stainless clad utility knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts performing precision peeling

As a certified traditional craftsman operating a solo workshop

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this sujihiki suits users who prioritise cutting performance and traditional carbon steel care routines in a dedicated slicing tool

Once fully oxidated it is almost totally black and matches very well with darker handles (ebony and some dyed handles)

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7mm at the heel to 0

very soild cutting performacne which makes this Hatsukokoro Blue 2 line a perfect knife for anyone looking to get into the world of carbon knife or for experienced users that just loves the cutting feel of carbon steel

such as the kurouchi finish and tsuchime (hammered) patterns

Yoshimi Kato SG2 Etched Black Santoku 175mm with western handle

0mm spine at the heel tapering to 1