Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Kiritsuke Gyuto 240mm test-tag check if the beans are

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Forged in the workshop of Shigeki Tanaka the light nashiji finish of this knife combined with a sandblasted style tapering down to the blue #2 steel cutting edge definitely create an interesting contrast that feels good to the touch while performing strongly in the kitchen

the incredibly thin edge on the Kagekiyo santoku is a sight to behold and a joy to use

the santoku is definitely a knife you'll be reaching for to do a wide range of prep jobs

With a flat grind and subtle distal taper with a particularly thin tip it's a great workhorse with a unique kurouchi finish and smooth cutting performance and is equally capable of intricate work as it is using on larger ingredients

Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Kiritsuke Gyuto 240mm test-tag check if the beans areAn exceptional thin edge behind a workhorse profile and thick spine with a perfect taper and a versatile kiritsuke shape, a real work of high performance art and a classy larger every day driver.