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Weighing 159g with a 41mm heel height, the knife pairs with a D-shaped ho wood handle featuring a black buffalo horn ferrule. This directional handle requires selection for specific right or left-hand operation and provides a light, functional grip suitable for detailed single bevel tasks within the Tokujou line.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532205834377,"sku":"ST_TOKU_MUKI180","price":379.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/Sakai_Takayuki_Toukuju_White_2_Mukimono_180mm_1__64996.1453294333.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577514940"},{"product_id":"masamoto-sohonten-hongasumi-ks-white-2-mukimono-180mm","title":"Masamoto Sohonten Hongasumi White 2 Mukimono 180mm KS2718","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Masamoto Shiro-ko Hongasumi: The much loved KS line from Masamoto Sohonten. This line is the most popular line from Masamoto, forged with Hitachi Shiro-ko (White 2) steel and iron clad. With only carbon added, the white steel is the most pure form of steel allowing extreme sharpness yet very easy to sharpen. The KS line has better fit and finished compared to the KK line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMasamoto Sohonten, the undisputed king of Japanese kitchen knives, has arrived at Knives and Stones. Started by Minosuke Matsuzawa in 1872, succeed by Kichizo Hirano in 1891, Masamoto Sohonten is now under the management of the 6\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e generation Masamoto: Masahiro Hirano. With almost 150 years of history, Masamoto Sohonten is recognized by almost every Japanese chef as the best kitchen knife brand in Japan.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 424px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\" width=\"200\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e134 g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e324 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e174.5mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e38 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e3.3 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e3.1 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e0.6 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWhite 2 with iron clad \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e61 to 62 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHo wood with buffalo horn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Masamoto Sohonten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532482101385,"sku":"MASA_KS2718","price":579.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/1820954__75326.1479164146.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577517677"},{"product_id":"higonokami-aogami-folding-knife-small","title":"Higonokami SK Steel Folding Knife - Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nagao Kanekoma Factory Higonokami SK Steel Folding Knife Small is a traditional friction folder with a 65mm double bevel edge, best fit for household users and gift buyers seeking an authentic Japanese utility tool. Produced in Miki by the only workshop retaining the original Higonokami trademark, this knife features SK carbon steel in warikomi soft iron clad construction with a migaki finish. The blade measures 2.6mm at the heel and tapers to 2.3mm at the tip, weighing 32g total.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis folding knife suits in-hand peeling, trimming, and precision tasks requiring sharpness over strength. As a reactive carbon steel blade without stainless cladding, it requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust. The special octagonal WA handle pairs with the friction folder mechanism for controlled detail work. 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The blade is expertly crafted using traditional Japanese knife-making techniques, ensuring superior cutting performance for all your kitchen tasks. Available in Black, Gray, and Silver finishes with brass hardware, this Japanese kitchen knife offers both aesthetic appeal and practical utility. The folding design makes it convenient for storage and portability while maintaining the cutting excellence expected from authentic Japanese kitchen knives. 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This knife best fits household users and gift buyers seeking an authentic Japanese folding knife for delicate cutting work that requires precision over strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade uses warikomi construction with soft iron cladding and a migaki finish, housing a double bevel SK carbon steel core rated between 58 and 62 HRC. As this is not stainless clad, the reactive carbon steel blade is prone to rust and requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent oxidation. The octagonal WA handle pairs with the friction folder mechanism to create a lightweight tool weighing 65g with a spine thickness of 2.7mm at the heel. 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Produced in Miki by the only workshop authorised to use the original Higonokami trademark, this knife continues a lineage established in 1894 and maintains the classic form through five generations of the Nagao family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis friction folder features warikomi soft iron clad construction with a migaki finish and weighs 42g. The SK steel blade measures 2.5mm at the spine and requires immediate drying after use to prevent rust due to its reactive carbon composition. Designed for precision tasks including peeling, trimming, and detail work, the blade opens via a chikiri lever and locks through friction alone. 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The blade is finished in a Migaki polish and housed within a stainless steel scale handle, secured by a single rivet that allows the blade to pivot and lock via friction without a mechanical lock. Weighing 42 g, it retains the classic chikiri lever design originally refined in 1894 for thumb deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for delicate precision tasks such as peeling, trimming, and slicing fruits or vegetables, this knife suits household users and gift buyers seeking a characterful tool with stainless steel convenience. The VG10 core, hardened to 59–61 HRC, offers good edge retention and is sharpened on waterstones, while the full-stainless construction eliminates the rust concerns associated with traditional carbon steel versions. Care involves washing with neutral detergent and drying immediately, avoiding dishwashers or heat sources. 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