{"title":"Line Collection For Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Traditional Double Bevel","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-x-satoshi-nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-gyuto-240mm-1","title":"Hatsukokoro x Satoshi Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Hatsukokoro x Satoshi Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Gyuto 240mm is a double bevel chef's knife best fit for collectors, enthusiasts, and professional chefs seeking traditional Sakai craftsmanship with artistic cladding. Forged by Satoshi Nakagawa in Sakai, this blade features an Aogami #1 carbon steel core with soft iron Damascus cladding in a san-mai construction. The reactive carbon steel requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust and develop a protective patina over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 240mm gyuto profile suits general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat. Blue 1 steel measures 61-64 HRC and contains 1.3% carbon with 1.75% tungsten, providing edge retention that sharpens to a fine edge. This migaki-finished blade has a 49mm heel height, 3.4mm spine thickness at the heel, and weighs 244g. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from stabilised birch burl with a spacer, offering intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through the stabilisation process.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45514541236445,"sku":"HSK-NKB1DM-GY240-BR","price":799.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_0518.jpg?v=1769140896"},{"product_id":"nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-wide-bevel-gyuto-270mm-1","title":"Hatsukokoro x Satoshi Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Gyuto 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Hatsukokoro x Satoshi Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Gyuto 270mm is a double bevel chef's knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking a reactive carbon steel blade with artistic damascus cladding. Forged in Sakai by Satoshi Nakagawa, this gyuto features an Aogami #1 core with soft iron damascus san-mai construction and a migaki surface finish. The 270mm profile suits general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing vegetables, and cutting meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 1 steel measures HRC 63-64 and contains 1.3% carbon with 1.75% tungsten, providing edge retention that responds well to sharpening. As a reactive carbon steel without stainless cladding, the blade requires immediate drying after use and light oiling to prevent rust and develop a patina. Specifications include a 50.4mm heel height, 3.4mm spine thickness at the heel tapering to 0.9mm near the tip, and a total weight of 265g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe octagonal wa handle is crafted from stabilised birch burl with a spacer, offering intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through the stabilisation process. This traditional Sakai-style knife combines solid performance with distinct aesthetics, reflecting Nakagawa's expertise in heat treatment on Hitachi steels. The double bevel geometry features acute edge angles typical of Japanese gyuto profiles designed for precise cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakagawa Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46317346324701,"sku":"NAKA_B1DA_GY270_BR","price":849.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NakagawaBlue1DamascusWide-bevelGyuto270mm-20250328-01.jpg?v=1743143140"},{"product_id":"nakagawa-blue-1-gyuto-210mm-damascus-birch","title":"Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Gyuto 210mm Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Gyuto 210mm is a double-bevel chef's knife best fit for collectors and professional chefs seeking reactive carbon steel performance with artistic soft iron damascus cladding. Forged in Sakai by Satoshi Nakagawa, this blade features an Aogami #1 core that achieves 61-64 HRC through specialised heat treatment. The san-mai construction lacks stainless cladding, meaning the exposed carbon steel requires immediate drying after use to prevent rust and allow patina development. This high-carbon composition provides exceptional edge retention and toughness while remaining responsive to sharpening stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 210mm gyuto profile suits general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing vegetables, and cutting meat. Blade geometry measures 3.0mm at the heel, tapering to 2.2mm mid-blade and 0.7mm at the tip, with a 48mm heel height and 198mm edge length. Weighing 167g, the knife pairs with a stabilised octagonal birch burl handle featuring intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through resin impregnation. The migaki surface finish highlights the traditional Sakai craftsmanship combined with decorative damascus layers, resulting in a tool that balances solid cutting performance with distinct visual character for enthusiasts who maintain reactive blades.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakagawa Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46451546063069,"sku":"NAKA_B1DM-GY210BR","price":599.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NakagawaBlue1DamascusGyuto210mm-20250523-05.jpg?v=1748084515"},{"product_id":"nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-k-tip-gyuto-210mm-birch-handle","title":"Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus K-tip Gyuto 210mm Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus K-tip Gyuto measures 210mm and best fits chefs or enthusiasts seeking a double-bevel general-purpose knife with precise tip control and reactive carbon steel performance. Forged in Sakai by Satoshi Nakagawa, this blade features an Aogami #1 core with soft iron Damascus cladding in a san-mai construction that is not stainless clad. The K-tip profile pairs a clipped point with a flatter edge to facilitate push-cutting and detailed scoring work, distinguishing it from single-bevel kiritsuke knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue Steel No.1 offers high carbon and tungsten content for edge retention and sharpening response, achieving a fine edge at 61-64 HRC. As a reactive carbon steel, the blade requires immediate drying after use to prevent rust and may develop a protective patina over time. The migaki finish provides a polished aesthetic on the Damascus cladding. Weighing 185g with a spine thickness of 3.0mm at the heel tapering to 1.0mm at the tip, this knife features a stabilized birch burl octagonal handle that showcases natural grain patterns while providing durability through stabilization treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakagawa Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47253665153245,"sku":"NAKA_B1DM-KGY210BR","price":695.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NakagawaB1DamascusK-tipGyuto210mm-20260111-02.jpg?v=1768186456"},{"product_id":"nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-petty-150mm-birch-handle","title":"Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Petty 150mm Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Petty 150mm is a double-bevel utility knife best fit for collectors, enthusiasts, and professional chefs requiring precision for peeling, trimming, and detail work. Forged in Sakai by Satoshi Nakagawa, the blade features an Aogami #1 carbon steel core with soft iron Damascus cladding in a san-mai construction that is not stainless clad. The reactive blade requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust and allow a protective patina to develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 149mm edge length and slim profile suit in-hand peeling and intricate tasks like deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes. Blue 1 steel measures 61-64 HRC and contains high carbon and tungsten content, offering edge retention and sharpening responsiveness. This traditional Sakai-style knife features a migaki surface finish and weighs 90g with a spine thickness of 2.3mm at the heel tapering to 1.2mm at the tip. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from stabilised birch burl, providing durability and distinct grain patterns that complement the artistic Damascus cladding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakagawa Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47530640507101,"sku":"NAKA_B1DM-PT150-BR","price":479.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_2366.jpg?v=1772428753"},{"product_id":"nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-sujihiki-240mm-ebony-by-hatsukokoro","title":"Hatsukokoro x Satoshi Nakagawa Blue 1  Damascus Sujihiki 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Hatsukokoro x Satoshi Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Sujihiki 240mm is a double-bevel slicer best fit for collectors, enthusiasts, and professional chefs requiring a long blade for protein carving. Forged in Sakai by Satoshi Nakagawa, this knife features a Blue 1 (Aogami #1) carbon steel core with a soft iron Damascus cladding in a san-mai construction. The 240mm blade length provides balanced cutting reach for slicing terrines, patés, and portioning large cuts of meat, while the slimmer profile reduces surface contact and friction during draw cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reactive carbon steel core measures 61-64 HRC and requires immediate drying after use to prevent rust, eventually developing a protective patina with proper care. This traditional Sakai-style knife has a migaki surface finish and weighs 151g, with spine thickness measuring 2.5mm at the heel, 1.8mm at mid, and 0.7mm at the tip. It pairs with an octagonal ebony handle that offers a tapered geometric grip. As a non-stainless clad blade, this Sujihiki demands attentive maintenance but delivers the edge retention and sharpening response characteristic of Hitachi Blue 1 steel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakagawa Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47534638989533,"sku":"NAKA_B1DA_SJ240-EB","price":599.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_2537_eb427602-3fbf-4d85-9384-6a61ea297579.jpg?v=1772503078"},{"product_id":"nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-k-tip-gyuto-255mm-birch-handle","title":"Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus K-tip Gyuto 255mm Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus K-tip Gyuto measures 255mm and best fits professional chefs or enthusiasts seeking a double-bevel chef knife with precise tip control and reactive carbon steel performance. Forged in Sakai by Satoshi Nakagawa, this blade features Aogami #1 core steel clad in soft iron Damascus with a migaki finish. 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\u003eBlue 1 carbon steel achieves high hardness between 61 and 64 HRC, offering exceptional edge retention and ease of sharpening to a fine edge. As the stainless cladding is absent, this san-mai construction requires immediate drying and light oiling to prevent rust and develop a protective patina. The knife weighs 246g with a spine measuring 3.0mm at the heel, tapering to 1.0mm at the tip. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle provides a durable grip with intricate natural grain patterns, completing a traditional Sakai-style build that combines solid cutting performance with artistic Damascus aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakagawa Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47534858371293,"sku":"NAKA_B1DM-KGY255BR","price":829.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_2549.jpg?v=1772503553"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-x-satoshi-nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-santoku-170mm","title":"Hatsukokoro x Satoshi Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Santoku 170mm","description":"Experience the artistry of a true Japanese kitchen knife with the Hatsukokoro x Satoshi Nakagawa Blue 1 Damascus Santoku 170mm. Forged by master blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa, with over 20 years of experience under the legendary Kenichi Shiraki, this Santoku features a premium Aogami #1 (Blue 1) carbon steel core, clad in a stunning soft iron Damascus. The result is a knife that delivers exceptional edge retention and sharpness, wrapped in a blade of breathtaking beauty. Its 170mm Santoku profile is the perfect all-rounder for home and professional chefs alike, excelling at slicing, dicing, and mincing with effortless precision. The octagonal birch burl handle is ergonomically shaped for a comfortable, secure grip, while the meticulous fit and finish—with chamfered spine and choil—speaks to the highest standards of Sakai craftsmanship. Please note that the soft iron cladding requires care as it is prone to rust; with proper maintenance, this knife will become a treasured heirloom. We invite you to test cut in store to feel its remarkable balance and performance.","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48053592916189,"sku":"HSK-NKB1DM-STK170-BR","price":599.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_6973.jpg?v=1781836997"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.tw\/en\/collections\/line-collection-for-nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-traditional-double-bevel.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}