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This layer combines with the cladding line and polished core steel, gives a looks of thin fog floating above water, a technique that was only seen on higher end brand like Miyabi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is most exciting is that, with the combination of Gisnan steel, decent finish and unique look, the whole package comes in a very acceptable price. It is actually amongst the most affordable kinves with Ginsan cores steel. For those who are curious about this steel but on a tight budget, this is not only a good way to access this steel type, but offers few additional features.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginsou-ginsan-petty-150mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginso Ginsan Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ginso Ginsan Petty 150mm is a stainless-clad utility knife best fit for first-timers and students requiring an affordable tool for precision tasks. This double-bevel blade features a Hitachi Ginsan Silver #3 steel core with stainless cladding and an Ukiba surface finish. The 150mm profile suits in-hand peeling, trimming, and slicing fruits or vegetables, functioning as a smaller Japanese utility knife for detailed work like deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinsan steel offers the sharpness associated with carbon steel while providing stainless corrosion resistance and ease of care. The san-mai stainless clad construction requires less maintenance than reactive alternatives, though the steel benefits from regular sharpening to maintain performance. Weighing 83g with a 30mm heel height, the blade tapers from a 2.2mm spine at the heel to 1.1mm at the tip. An octagonal Black Chacate handle provides a durable grip with fine texture and deep brown coloration. 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This K-tip profile pairs the general-purpose body of a gyuto with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge geometry, optimising the blade for push-cutting, long slicing strokes, and detailed scoring work. The 240mm size provides ample edge length for processing larger ingredients while maintaining control during deliberate precision tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinsan stainless steel offers the sharpness and fine grain structure associated with carbon steel alongside corrosion resistance, measuring 60-62 HRC. The san-mai construction features a stainless clad Ukiba finish that simplifies maintenance and suits household environments where ease of care is prioritised. Weighing 207g with a 50mm heel height and 2.6mm spine thickness at the heel, this knife presents a substantial physical presence in hand. The octagonal Black Chacate handle provides a durable timber grip with fine texture and rich brown coloration. 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The double-bevel blade measures 240mm in edge length and suits mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat in household kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinsan steel offers the sharpness associated with carbon steel while providing stainless corrosion resistance, making this knife easy to look after without reactive maintenance requirements. The fine grain structure supports a sharp edge, though the steel requires more frequent sharpening to maintain performance. Weighing 198g with a 51mm heel height and 2.2mm spine thickness at the heel, the blade pairs with an octagonal Black Chacate WA handle. 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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 double-bevel geometry pairs with a sanmai stainless damascus clad construction that provides corrosion resistance while maintaining the cutting feel associated with carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinsan Silver #3 steel offers a fine grain structure that supports sharpness and ease of maintenance without requiring reactive steel care routines. The blade measures 173mm in edge length with a spine thickness of 1.8mm at the heel, tapering to 0.5mm at the tip, and weighs 130g. An octagonal Black Chacate handle provides a durable grip with deep brown coloration and fine texture. 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This 180mm santoku features a double bevel edge ground from Hitachi Ginsan Silver #3 steel, measuring 172mm along the cutting edge with a heel height of 47mm. The profile suits slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks, offering a controllable chopping experience for household and commercial kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinsan steel provides corrosion resistance while maintaining a fine grain structure that supports sharpness and ease of sharpening. The san-mai stainless Damascus clad construction features a kasumi surface finish and requires standard stainless care. Spine thickness measures 1.8mm at the heel, tapering to 0.5mm at the tip, contributing to the blade's geometry. 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This 210mm blade measures 46mm at the heel with spine thicknesses of 2.5mm at the heel, 2.2mm at mid, and 0.8mm at the tip, weighing 173g. The K-tip profile pairs an angled point for scoring and detailing with a flatter edge optimised for push-cutting and long slicing strokes, distinguishing it from single-bevel kiritsuke knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinsan steel offers a fine grain structure that supports sharp edges while providing stainless corrosion resistance, making this san-mai Damascus clad blade easy to look after in household or professional settings. The Kasumi surface finish complements the nickel Damascus cladding, which requires less maintenance than reactive alternatives. An octagonal Black Chacate handle provides a durable grip with deep brown coloration and fine texture. 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