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Made by Nigara in Aomori, this piece represents the maker's combination of inherited forging skills and modern metalworking technology within their Kurozome Damascus line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ginsan steel offers the sharpness and fine grain structure associated with carbon steel while providing stainless corrosion resistance, balancing edge retention with ease of sharpening. The blade features an etched surface finish and measures 4.4mm at the spine heel, tapering to 0.9mm at the tip, with a total weight of 252g. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle with spacer provides a durable grip that complements the extensive detailing of the blade. 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The 240mm profile suits general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinsan steel offers the sharpness of carbon steel with stainless corrosion resistance, featuring a fine grain structure that supports acute edge geometry. This construction measures 4.8mm at the spine heel and weighs 260g, placing it on the heavier side for this profile. The octagonal wa handle is crafted from stabilised birch burl with a spacer, providing durability and distinct natural grain patterns. 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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, optimising the knife for precise tip-led work, scoring, and clean push-cutting strokes. The blade features san-mai stainless damascus clad construction with an etched surface finish, providing corrosion resistance alongside detailed artistic patterning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinsan steel offers a fine grain structure that supports sharpness while maintaining stainless properties, balancing edge retention with ease of sharpening. The octagonal stabilised birch burl handle displays unique natural grain patterns and includes a spacer for visual contrast. Measuring 210mm in total length with a 197mm edge, this knife has a heel height of 49mm and spine thickness tapering from 4.9mm at the heel to 0.7mm at the tip. Weighing 223g, it carries substantial mass that suits users preferring a heavier tool. 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Made by Go Yoshizawa in Aomori, this blade features an etched san-mai stainless damascus construction with a Ginsan Silver #3 core hardened to 60-62 HRC. The 180mm bunka profile has a straighter edge and pointed reverse tanto tip, facilitating precise slicing, dicing, and chopping of vegetables and meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis model measures 3.6mm at the heel spine and weighs 170g, placing it on the heavier side for its class due to the extensive layered cladding. The double bevel geometry supports everyday kitchen tasks while retaining the traditional sharpness associated with carbon steel, combined with stainless corrosion resistance for easier care. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle with spacer provides a durable grip that complements the artistic blade finish. 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The 300mm blade length suits artful thin carving of proteins and slicing terrines, while the slimmer profile reduces surface contact and friction during long drawing cuts. This specific model weighs 211g and measures 3.4mm at the heel, placing it on the heavier side within its category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe core steel is Hitachi Ginsan Silver #3 stainless steel hardened to 60-62 HRC, offering a fine grain structure that balances edge retention with ease of sharpening. As a fully stainless clad blade, it provides corrosion resistance without the maintenance requirements of reactive carbon steel. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from stabilised Amboyna burl and black buffalo horn with triple spacers, providing a tapered grip for secure handling during prolonged use. 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