Blade Structure6. One of theapplied approachof the multi-layer blades eventually leads to a Damascus pattern. Entdecke Vintage Dexter Southbridge Mass Fillet Knife in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! It is also known as MC66 and is used by Henckels under that alias. Vintage Japanese chefs knife rare Minamoto no Shokin santoku excellent oppo | eBay Back to home page | Listed in category: Home & Garden Kitchen, Dining, Bar Cutlery Knives This listing has ended. The light wooden handles, the well-balanced design and the extraordinary sharpness make using Hocho a remarkable experience. Gyuto is one of the most versatile blade type, suitable design for cutting, slicing meats, vegetables and fishes. The high carbon stainless steel blades do not discolour or stain, and maintain a sharp edge for a reasonable time. The oldest kitchen knives found in Japan are those made in the Nara period, around 8th century.   Germany   |   English (US)   |   (EUR), remembering account, browser, and regional preferences, remembering privacy and security settings, personalized search, content, and recommendations, helping sellers understand their audience, showing relevant, targeted ads on and off Etsy, remember your login, general, and regional preferences, personalize content, search, recommendations, and offers. Shop by category. That realizes better durability or chip-resistance. from 52.79, from 87.98 After using, I washed the knife, dried with a paper towel, and let it air dry until this morning. eBay Money Back Guarantee. Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. It is flat on both sides . Kasumi means mist which refers to the hazy appearance of the soft iron body of the blade, as contrasted to the glossy appearance of the carbon steel. Masamoto Honkasumi Gyokuhaku-ko http://www.hocho-knife.com/masamoto-honkasumi-tamashiro-steel/ Sakai Takayuki Kasumi http://www.hocho-knife.com/sakai-takayuki-kasumi/. The razorsharp cut doesnt crush the cells, the juice is retained, and the natural flavour of the foods comes into its own. The blade ofJapanese traditional-type kitchen knives is almost made of an iron or carbon steel, not stainless one. The following video tell you how to sharpen a knife in English, that will successfully help you. Assuming that the expectation the knives were of good manufacture exceeded the physical reality , that's a shame but what can we do about it ? Original Price 141.17 On stainless though it will invariably lead to a wire edge. It is the fact that smaller angle provides better sharpness feeling because of less frictional resistance. Refresh your browser window to try again. Thank you very much for both your answers. The back of the blade can be used to chop thin bones. ***Be careful that there exist bladeswhich have damascus pattern to the end of the cutting edge. Thats why the edge point of professional sashimi knives is often sharpened at about 35~45 degrees(!) 2. FYI, for double-edged Western style kitchen knives, about 25~35 degrees is often relatively said good from a view of the balance between sharpness and less-likely chipping. You can change your preferences any time in your Privacy Settings. I'm not sure I know how to use it best ,but I watched Julia Child do it on a YouTube video. For the sheer convenience of steeling, and the benefits of some small stock removal,I have found nothing better than the rounded edge ofa translucent Arkansas stone. The guide slides onto the spine of the knife to keep your angle constant when sharpening on a stone as shown in the following video (example). A filet knife, a multi-purpose Japanese traditional one. Needless to say, its important to know what materials are used as the core and sandwich layers first. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. The Hocho is considered the most important tool for professional and amateur cooks, and a Japanese proverb says "The Hocho is the soul of the cook". JKD serves and ships to knife enthusiasts in over 100 countries, worldwide. Japanese Steel(Nihonko, Hagane, Virgin Carbon Steel) Important steel that has been used to produce knives in Japan since ancient times, providing better sharpness than common stainless steel. As for Ebay strategies I'm a cutthroat , if I really want it . Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Japanese Chef's Kitchen Knife NAKIRI HOCHO Vintage / from Japan 150/277mm SB619 at the best online prices at eBay! But the material is prone to oxidation or rust. You should care for the knife every time of use to keep the blade dry and clean. 12~15 degrees would be recommended if you cut some hard materials. Japan has developed the aesthetics of food preparation like no other country, with the Hocho. Subscribe to our newsletter and always be the first to hear about what is happening. Learn more. Enter your search keyword . The kniveslook like primitive Japanese swords. Only this elaborate procedure ensures an optimum synthesis of breaking strength and ultimate sharpness. We thinkthey areexcellent materials for a sharp knife. Western style knives are mostly "ryo-ba" for right and left-handed persons. Do you think it is really true?? Nowadays stainless steel is often used for Japanese kitchen knives, and multi-layer laminated blade structure (so-called Damascus) is used in more expensive blades to add corrosion resistance while maintaining strength and durability. Production Area. (3) put a cork in the water. We will introduce these new items on this page, so that you will not miss your favorite items. Gingami No.3(Gin-san) Fine Japanese Steel Company Hitachis special stainless steel which makes similar sharpness, edge retention as Carbon Steel. Japanese style blades are often single-edged, and Western style blades are double edged except in some cases. We deeply respect all of the knife makers and craftsmen that we work with and, of course, each one of our fine Japanese knives. Originally, all Japanese kitchen knives - Hocho - clearly show their relation to the Samurai sword. However, the smaller angle at the cutting edge would cause easily chipping when you try too hard to cut a hard thing (such as pumpkin and frozen foods). To further insure that no residue remains, it is recommended that you pull a clean towel through the guide rail after rinsing. Most standard and popular blade among Western Style knives, so called Chefs Knife. Welcome to Japanese Knife Direct (JKD), supplying you Top Japanese Knife Brands direct from Seki City, the Japanese knife capital. The Yanagibais called "Shobu" andpopular in Western Japan (around Osaka and Kyoto). See terms. It is a very thin blade, which adds to the ease in cutting. We started direct online sales in 2001, operating under the name SekiDirect.com, offering various brands of Japanese knives, however, we had instant success with Japanese Chef's knives. FYI, the core is sometimes not a simple high carbon steel but VG-10 or SG-2 and so on. I'm using a Frederick dicks honing steel. Echizen Blacksmith, Takeshi Saji is the leading knife maker in Takefu City, another famous Japanese cutlery center. In 19 century, Japan opened its door to other countries to import many culture and technologies, called "Bunmei Kaika" in Meiji era, and Western-style knives in Japan were developed to meet the needs of Japanese chefs preparing non-Japanese cuisine for Westernization. Such a knife has just aesthetic value without the above benefit of the sandwich structure. (1)scrape or wash the knife cleanly with cleanser, and let it dry well by a dried towel. It is likely to get rust on the blade made of steel if you do not care for it. With the classic Japanese design, precision machining and high-quality craftsmanship states the Mcusta's brand philosophy. The name "Funayuki" or "Going on a boat" in Japanese. (3) Japanese Traditional Style Knives (generally single-edged) Originally, all Japanese kitchen knives were made from the same carbon steel as katana. Both VG-1 and VG-10 are produced from Takefu Steel Company. "Ryo" is the both side, and "ba" is the edge of blade. To prevent rust, you need to do some adequate maintenance. I see, I have mostly carbon steel. what angle I should sharpen the knife at? (1) wet the knife with water, put the cutting board. The actual cutting edge and backside of the blade is carbon steel, while the supporting spine and rest of the blade is soft iron, which makes the sharpening process easier. (2)put a thin layer of plant-derived oil on the blade. In order to give you the best experience, we use cookies and similar technologies for performance, analytics, personalization, advertising, and to help our site function. We'd appreciate it if you could read and understand the explanation to select the best knife for your purpose. A lot of Japanese custom makers use it. VG-10 One of most popular and high ranked Japanese Stainless Steel for sharpness, edge retention and durability. Our mission is to bring you fine Japanese knives at prices lower than Japanese retail, direct from Japan. Free shipping for many products! I looked up "nogent style handle". We are here to offer you hard-to-find knives from Top Japanese brands and supply them direct from Japan at affordable prices. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. In Japan, a lot of types of Western style knives are manufactured from Meiji-era, 19th century. It is said that around 90% of the professional Japanese-style-food chefs in Japan use the knives made in Sakai. Many sandwich outer layers covering thecenter corerealizethe unique Damascus pattern for each knife. It is recommended that you take your Japanese blades to a professional sharpener. Ease of re-sharpening, good durability and rust resistance, and reasonable price range. Low grade steel, mainly due to impurities. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. After being heated treated, the steel is hammered repeatedly to form the shape of a blade and evenly distribute the carbon and chromium molecules. The benefit of the sandwiching structure is to strike a balance both the harder & sharperedge and better durability of the entire blade. Since they cannot be mass-produced. Just $10 USD for US, Canada, Australia, Asian countries. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Used Chef's Kitchen Knife hocho from Japan 180mm at the best online prices at eBay! White Paper Steel(Shirogami) Identical to Blue Paper Steel(Aogami) , except for the absence of Cr and W. Its very pure carbon steel. Keep in mind softer steel does not always mean inferior steel. The premier-grade knives are recommended for skillful chef, not for beginner, we're afraid. In addition, we talked with a few existing traditional MATAGI Masters With trust, drawing up drawings, training knives and legendary blades revived to the present age, in addition, we talked with a few existing traditional MATAGI Masters and got credit, and then when we got drawings and forged the knives, finally the legendary cutlery revived to the present age. Blending High-precision Technology and Fine Craftsmanship, Mcusta Knives are proudly made in the Japanese Knife Capital, Seki City. Stainless steel is an alloy of iron, approximately 10~15% chromium, possibly nickel, and molybdenum, with only a small amount of carbon. Free shipping for many products! Therefore, they have become more and more popular among beginning users to professional users in this generation. Great Savings & Free Delivery / Collection on many items Buy chefs knifes products and get the best deals at the lowest prices on eBay! Please refer to the attached picture. Shop by category. These categories are defined by the forging method and material used in forging. A customer asked about the wave line on a popular kitchen knife,Hi there,Ive got the knife. Like all MAC knives, Original series knives will take and hold a good edge. Somecustomers have asked so far,Just wondering what angle I should sharpen the knives I bought at?The sharpening angle depends on the intended use,of course. How to use Sushi Knives7. Why? 271.15, 542.30 Very high hardness, several makers harden it to 65 or even 67HRC This is one of the most recent developments in PM steels. Works fine on stainless steel and since you are not "stropping" it does not create a wire. Itis intended to combine the best attributes of carbon steel and ordinary stainless steel. The Japanese steel is a premium grade of steel that boasts extremely high carbon content. +1 to everything GS said on Mac Originals and old knife conditions. Many of the vintage MAC knives are from the "Original" series. However, I noticed a discoloration on the blade this morning. Thank you for reading this article, All the Hocho-Knife Staff, Get the latest updates on new products and upcoming sales. It is said that around 90% of the professional Japanese-style-food chefs in Japan use the knives made in Sakai. Did I wash the knife improperly? They successfully make difference beyond your expectation. The Sakai knives industry started in the 16th century mainly for guns and swords during the Sengoku period(period of warring states in Japan). This honing steel I bought about six or seven years ago. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. High Carbon Stainless Steel The high carbon stainless steel is a metal alloy containing relatively high amounts of carbon. Knife Sharpening & Maintenance8. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. This one has highest wear resistance and lowest toughness. Located in Seki City, the Japanese knife making capital, we are a specialized online retailer of high-end, high quality Japanese outdoor knives, hunting knives and folding knives. Nowadays stainless steel is often used for Japanese kitchen knives, and multi-layer laminated blade structure (so-called "Damascus")is used in more expensive blades to add corrosion resistance while maintaining strength and durability. As far as a marketplace that can reliably bring a large selection of used and vintage knives to your perusal, about the only site I can think of is eBay. The Sujihiki is suitable design for the slicing tasks. I am not buying so much on eBay now so I'm certainly not a competitor. Nothing that great mind you. Western-style knives in Japan were developed to meet the needs of Japanese chefs preparing non-Japanese cuisine. Using a steeling rod is the object of a lot of debating. 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