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The SKD core contains approximately 1% carbon and 5% chromium, behaving similarly to carbon steel regarding sharpening response and edge keenness while requiring less maintenance than high-carbon alternatives. Despite the stainless cladding, the semi-stainless nature of the core means the blade can rust if left wet and benefits from prompt drying after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis model weighs 167g with a spine thickness of 3.9mm at the heel, tapering to 1.2mm near the tip to support its thin behind-the-edge grind. The octagonal ebony handle provides a geometric grip profile that pairs with the blade's balance point for precise handling. 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This Hatsukokoro line blade features a White 2 carbon steel core with stainless cladding in san-mai construction, measuring 166mm at the edge with a 51.5mm heel height. The flat profile ensures full board contact during straight downward chopping motions, facilitating clean separation of vegetables without rocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite 2 steel at HRC 62-63 offers high sharpness and ease of sharpening but remains reactive at the exposed edge, requiring immediate wiping and drying after use to prevent corrosion. The blade tapers from 3.9mm at the spine above the heel to 1.8mm near the tip, reflecting the ultra-thin Sanjo grind characteristic of Yoshikane Hamono. 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Made by Yoshikane Hamono in Sanjo, this blade features a White 2 (Shirogami #2) core hardened to HRC 62-63 within a san-mai stainless clad construction finished in nashiji. The 168mm edge length and distinctive reverse tanto tip facilitate precision tasks like julienning, while the straighter edge profile suits slicing, dicing, and chopping fruits, vegetables, and meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis knife measures 3.9mm at the heel, tapering to 2.2mm at the mid-blade and 1.2mm near the tip, reflecting the ultra-thin Sanjo grinds Yoshikane is known for. Despite the stainless exterior, the exposed White 2 cutting edge is reactive and requires immediate wiping and drying after use to prevent corrosion. Weighing 170g with a 51.5mm heel height, it pairs with an octagonal wa handle crafted from teak wood and a black buffalo horn ferrule. 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This double bevel nakiri measures 166mm from tip to heel with a 52mm blade height at the heel, utilising a flat edge profile designed for straight vertical cuts through vegetables without rocking. The convex primary bevel aids in splitting food and reducing sticking during preparation tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSKD steel contains approximately 1% carbon and 5% chromium, hardened to 62-64 HRC, offering sharpening characteristics similar to carbon steel while requiring less maintenance due to its semi-stainless nature. The blade features san-mai stainless clad construction with a nashiji surface finish and tapers from 3.4mm at the spine above the heel to 2.2mm at the middle. 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The 155mm edge length and slim taper from 3.4mm at the heel to 0.9mm near the tip support intricate tasks such as deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes, while the san-mai stainless clad construction protects the reactive carbon core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite 2 steel offers high sharpness and ease of sharpening but requires immediate wiping and drying after use to prevent corrosion. The octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered grip that pairs with the thin grind geometry characteristic of Yoshikane’s Sanjo production. Weighing 196g with a 31mm heel height, this petty knife suits users who value precise control during in-hand peeling and general purpose preparation. 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The SKD core measures 62-64 HRC and behaves similarly to carbon steel regarding edge keenness and sharpening response, while the stainless cladding lowers maintenance requirements. As a semi-stainless steel with low chromium content, the exposed core edge requires drying after use to prevent oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 240mm Sujihiki profile suits portioning large proteins and slicing terrines, where the slim blade geometry minimises surface contact and friction against soft ingredients. Specifications include a 237mm edge length, 40mm heel height, and spine thickness measuring 3.4mm at the heel, 2.4mm at mid, and 1.0mm at the tip. The octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered geometric grip and contributes to a total weight of 194g. 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