Probably an F Dick Multicut like this right? . Easy to sharpen, even high hardness. , but the sharpness is excellent with less-likely chipping. BROKEN DAMAGED Japanese Chef's Kitchen Knife Vintage Japan HOCHO 160/225mm DL310 Pre-Owned $66.00 minorhaned0_fish_n_gamera (2,411) 100% or Best Offer +$19.99 shipping from Japan Sponsored Japanese VG10 Damascus Steel Cleaver Knife Chef Vintage Kitchen Wood Handle Hand Brand New $181.49 kitchenworlds (1,177) 98.1% Buy It Now Free shipping It is likely to get rust on the blade made of steel if you do not care for it. GS I totally agree on your points but as Alex already had a great steel if he only has western knives there is no reason to replace it unless it is damaged. The steel is harder than German steel and has a greater sharpening potential. We will introduce these new items on this page, so that you will not miss your favorite items. It has very good edge holding, very high working hardness. Very popular knife steel for high end Japanese cutlery and especially with Honyaki type blades. 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Read our Cookie Policy. These categories are defined by the forging method and material used in forging. Many of the vintage MAC knives are from the "Original" series. Refresh your browser window to try again. The chart such asthe chart belowseems popular, and you may get numeric material information. Oops! Is there anything I can do to keep it from changing color? Edge holding is just outstanding. The Yanagibais called "Shobu" andpopular in Western Japan (around Osaka and Kyoto). The blades are forged traditionally in multiple layers, with an inner core of hard and brittle carbon steel, forgewelded with a thick layer of soft and more ductile iron steel sandwiched around the core so that the hard steel is exposed only at the cutting edge. Sushi and Sashimi knives are extremely sharp and made for a specific task so that they require very specific instructions. These features make Japanese steel the ideal material for manufacturing high performance cutlery.   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. 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. Kasumi knives are less expensive than Honyaki knives and are easier to use and sharpen. Double-Edged Knives are generally called "Ryo-ba" in Japanese. Please refer to the attached picture. This video kingly advises us with slow motionhow to cut sashimi in the right manner, and we believe you can understand the essential technique very well. Is the honkasumi gyuto made of a mono steel or clad knife and what is the hardness of the steel?. The following table is the list of all the sushi and sashimi knives. Recently, a customer asked us for the better way of maintenance of Japanese traditional-type kitchen knife, I used the sushi knife last night to slice vegetables for dinner. Especially for preparing fresh, good&beautiful shape of raw fishes (sashimi). It has been used by professional chefs in Eastern Japan (around Tokyo). Enter your search keyword . Its history goes back to the Edo era in Sakai, Japan. The wave linesarecalled hamon, boundary lines between the core and sandwich layers on both side of the knife. Refer to eBay Return policy opens in a new tab or window for more details. (use the cleanser as explained in the above if you have time) (2) wipe the surface of the knife with dry tissue paper, after pouring the boiling water over the blade (3) wipe off its surface with a little bit cooking oil by tissue paper. Some like Damascus knives because of the aesthetic value for their gift, collection and cooking before people. Original Price 2,414.71 Due to increasing demand and expansion of our . 90 likes. Original Price 141.17 Due to the softer steel the blades do not hold their edge as long as their Japanese counterparts, but are much easier to sharpen and are not as brittle. **This is just for double-edged blades. 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. Premium quality Japanese Chef's Knives. General of Sushi & Sashimi Knives2. Just one thing bothers me there are two scratches on both sides each of the blade along all way along the cutting edge. Cobalt added Special high Carbon Stainless Steel, often be called as Cobalt Steel. In addition, Kasumi category has a higher grade, Hon-kasumi orHongasumi. 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. Onedemerit of the Damascus knives isthe cost because ofadditional production process. The Sujihiki is suitable design for the slicing tasks. A Sashimi Knife, for cutting and filleting fish or ham with a pull stroke. Generally the Hagane is White steel(Shirogami) or Blue steel(Aogami). Thank you for reading this article, All the Hocho-Knife Staff, Get the latest updates on new products and upcoming sales. That is stated in the description in the item page.). As you know, the lines arenot a kind of defect but necessary lines on 3 Layer Kitchen knife. As for running a knife with problems along the edge, such as a kink or a chip - well, that's one of the things that proper sharpening is supposed to take out before the knife is honed. awesome sharpness, love it. The carbon steel is easy to oxidation or rust especially when the blade is very new. One of our customers gave us a question, I am looking for non stainless, that is a full carbon knife. The Usuba has athin & straight blade for clean cutting on the chopping board; paper-thin slices are no problem, even with ripe tomatoes. The representative production areas of Traditional Japanese Kitchen Knives are Sakai (Osaka), Seki (Gifu), Tsubame/Sanjyo (Niigata), Sabae & Takefu (Echizen, Fukui), Miki (Banshu, Hyogo) and Tosa (Kochi). Better use the rough -- split -- side of leather or a fine stone for stropping. The Ultimate Line of Knives from the Veteran Craftsman, Ichiro Hattori, who is esteemed for his 'never compromise' character and fine craftsmanship. After using, I washed the knife, dried with a paper towel, and let it air dry until this morning. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. It causes degrade its sharpness badly. Earn up to 5x points when you use your eBay Mastercard. You should care for the knife every time of use to keep the blade dry and clean. Steel Qualities of Kitchen Knives5. Western style knives are mostly "ryo-ba" for right and left-handed persons. Using a razor sharp Japanese kitchen knife Hocho, a chef showed an amazing Super Cutting demonstration. (50% off), Sale Price 173.54 Get the premium quality for the great price. Many sandwich outer layers covering thecenter corerealizethe unique Damascus pattern for each knife. There is thought a misunderstanding. Most knife manufacturers have both the Japanese-style knives and Western-style knives. ZDP 189Extremely high carbon and chromium content --- Carbon: 3%, Chromium: 20.0%,Tungsten: 1.50%, Vanadium: .10%,Molybdenum: 1.30%. 1,448.83, 2,414.71 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. More expensive multi-layer (more than three-layer) knives have a similar quality, containing an inner core of hard and brittle carbon steel, with a thick layer of soft and more ductile steel sandwiched around the core so that the hard steel is exposed only at the cutting edge. AU $56.34. Gingami No.3 often be used for Japanese Traditional Style knives. Some high-class knives are made of this SG-2, Elite line of Shun and Yaxell GOU series. It is the fact that smaller angle provides better sharpness feeling because of less frictional resistance. Anyway, the daily small maintenance is the most important for your lovely knives. In most cases, kitchen knives can successfully be re-sharpened. Please don't roast the blade over the fire. IronLucky (511) $67.93 Japanese Chef's Kitchen Knife NAKIRI HOCHO Vintage / from Japan 165/303mm SB627. I'm not sure I know how to use it best ,but I watched Julia Child do it on a YouTube video. The reason is that we visited the hometown of MATAGI and legendary HEIKEDANI throughout Japan, and we found out. Lets watch the following video that teaches you plainly the right method of Single-Edged knife sharpening. 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. 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. 77.44, 129.07 For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. This series was intended as a set of knives for commercial kitchens - hence, the hole in the forward end of the blade, to hang the knife up after use and cleaning. Select PayPal Credit at checkout to have the option to pay over time. (1) wet the knife with water, put the cutting board. JavaScript is disabled. Made by Takefu steel company. To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. The hongasumi knives are made in the same way as Kasumi knives. And that one used will to be cheaper. The Sakai knives industry started in the 16th century mainly for guns and swords during the Sengoku period(period of warring states in Japan). Come join the discussion about recipes, prep, kitchens, styles, tips, tricks, reviews, accessories, schools, and more! 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Blue Paper Steel (Aogami or Aoko) series,one of the hardest materials, recommended for skillful sushi chef. (40% off), Sale Price 83.78 The "Deba" is designed for cutting fish and light mincing. Theyare now kept in Shosoin, the treasure houseof the Todaiji temple in Nara. Nowadays stainless steel is often used for Japanese kitchen knives, and multi-layer laminated blade construction is used in more expensive blades to add corrosion resistance while maintaining strength and durability. But the material is prone to oxidation or rust. A Japanese knife is lighter, holds its edge longer, and its edge is cut differently than its counterpart. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. First of all the name of parts should be known for better handling and maintenance. Does thatlook toreally expend much time and effort compared to the benefit? Honyaki knives are expensive, compared to other types of knives. We Offer DHL EXPRESS Flat Rate Shipping Worldwide. Youll see ad results based on factors like relevancy, and the amount sellers pay per click. Hoping that your knives will keep their sharpness for a longer time than you expect ! With the classic Japanese design, precision machining and high-quality craftsmanship states the Mcusta's brand philosophy. For standard cooking, a set of Gyuto(Chef Knife), Sujihiki(Slicer) and Petty is recommended. 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. Sale Price from 52.79 "Sujihiki" or Slicer (or Carving knife, depending on the purpose and detailed shape) has narrower and longer blade. For general cooking, a set of Gyuto(Chef Knife), Sujihiki(Slicer) and Petty is recommended. If you personally like the Damascus pattern very much, we recommend one of the beautiful Damascus knives. Is this true of even the finer names ? The blades are forged traditionally in multiple layers, with an inner core of hard but brittle steel, forgewelded with a thick layer of soft and more ductile steel sandwiched around the core so that the hard steel is exposed just at the cutting edge. Buy chefs knifes products and get the best deals at the lowest prices on eBay! They successfully make difference beyond your expectation. 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. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. Truly, each one of the Knife Makers and Craftsmen has their own distinct knife making philosophy and knife characteristics. camellia oil) to prevent oxidation. Through this process, the production method of swords was successfully applied to Japanese kitchen knives for excellent sharpness. Itis intended to combine the best attributes of carbon steel and ordinary stainless steel. Something went wrong. We'd appreciate it if you could read and understand the explanation to select the best knife for your purpose. This honing steel I bought about six or seven years ago. However, what really sets Western-style knives from Japan apart from the typical Western-style knives is it's strong thin blade. Copyright 2023 JapaneseKnifeDirect.Com, R-2 (SG-II) Powdered High Speed Tool Steel. 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. 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. (2)put a thin layer of plant-derived oil on the blade. Originally, all Japanese kitchen knives Hocho clearly show their relation to the Samurai sword. Achieves very high hardness. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Small all-purpose knife for fruit, peeling and cutting small objects. Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. Want to know more? Qualifying purchases could enjoy no Interest if paid in full in 6 months on purchases of $99+. Learn more. One of theapplied approachof the multi-layer blades eventually leads to a Damascus pattern. The reasons for this vary with the manufacturer and the type of blade theyre creating. I've seen many folks run at an obscenely obtuse angle and then I show them, on a flat surface the angle where their cutting edge really makes contact. The following video tell you how to sharpen a knife in English, that will successfully help you. Here, we're pleased to show you the comprehensive and detailed explanation about Japanese Sushi & Sashimi knives in this article. I'm using a Frederick dicks honing steel. For many western chefs, the Original series knives were their introduction to Japanese cutlery and their properties were a true revelation about the limitations of western knives. The most simple multi-layer bladeshave a three layer structure, made of a hard steel core that is sandwiched by soft (resilient) steel so that the hardcore is exposed only at the cutting edge. If you have any questions, Please point out: Business: Weekday 10:0017:30 Holiday: Saturday and Sunday,Public Holiday Management: Munemasa Cutlery Co., LTD. International Operations Address: Takenaka Building 5th Floor, Asakusabashi 1-35-4, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan Zip Code: 111-0053 TEL: +81-3-3866-0479 FAX: +81-3-3866-0406 mail GoogleMap: Click Here, Japanese Cutlery Pro Store | Tamahagane, Kitchen knife, Sword, etc. Carbon Steel often used for Traditional Japanese Knives, good Quality, not Rustproof. Shop by category. If you learn how to sharpen, your knives are sure to get extremely sharp again. 2. If you fail to remove the entire residue from the guide rail, the residue may scratch the knife the next time the guide rail is used. Honyaki knives are forged solely from one material: high-carbon steel (called Hagane). Japanese Chef's Kitchen Knife Yanagiba Vintage LONG from Japan 290/445mm PC391 Pre-Owned C $108.68 Top Rated Seller or Best Offer +C $27.16 shipping from Japan Sponsored Japanese Chef's Kitchen Knife TAKOHIKI MASAMOTO Vintage Japan 264/410mm PC508 Pre-Owned C $142.65 Top Rated Seller or Best Offer +C $27.16 shipping from Japan Sponsored The benefit of the sandwiching structure is to strike a balance both the harder & sharperedge and better durability of the entire blade. You can getonly one designof the blade in the world. Find out more in our Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. The representative Japanese ryo-ba blade is made of hagane in the core sandwiched by soft steel layers from the both side. If it's a very finely polished one, you may use it on soft carbon steel. Versatile cooking knife for cutting up, filleting and preparing meat and fish. I see, I have mostly carbon steel. Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. 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Three weeks ago I bought very old bonning knife $1.00 ( carbon steel )and restored the handle over a week and sharpened it . Original Price 290.86 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. That is a good question, because there are two basic categories of traditional Japanese knives, Honyaki true-forge and Kasumi mist. Used in high end tools and low/mid class kitchen knives. What do you think of the vintage or used Mac knifes . 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. We thinkthey areexcellent materials for a sharp knife. Backed by over 110 years of tradition and experience, MOKI uses time-consuming hand finishing and fitting to ensure that each knife meets exceptionally high standards of quality and craftsmanship, resulting in so-called "Precision Factory Custom Knives". 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. JapaneseKnifeDirect.Com (JKD) was established in 2001 as the direct internet sales division of The Kencrest Corporation. This lightweight knife is easy to use on smaller fish. Recommended product line can be checkedhere. These Yasuki Special Steels (YSS), named after their place of origin, are produced from iron sand, the same material that was used to make the legendary Samurai swords. If you often cut and slice (fillet) fishes, meats, hams etc, Sujihiki is the best choice for your needs. The premier-grade knives are recommended for skillful chef, not for beginner, we're afraid. Find great deals on eBay for vintage japanese chef knife. Why? The question is not specialand many might want to know how to do it. Please refer to the article of "what angle I should sharpen the knife at?". High Carbon Stainless Steel The high carbon stainless steel is a metal alloy containing relatively high amounts of carbon. It is said that around 90% of the professional Japanese-style-food chefs in Japan use the knives made in Sakai. © 2008-2023 Japanese Cutlery Pro Shop. I'm not sure I like it, it doesn't seem to do very much too easily. 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 high carbon stainless steel blades do not discolour or stain, and maintain a sharp edge for a reasonable time. * Hard steel core is generally easier to be chipped, thats why the sandwich structurecanbea good solution. Masamoto Honkasumi Gyokuhaku-ko http://www.hocho-knife.com/masamoto-honkasumi-tamashiro-steel/ Sakai Takayuki Kasumi http://www.hocho-knife.com/sakai-takayuki-kasumi/. "Ryo" is the both side, and "ba" is the edge of blade. SG-2 (Super Gold No.2) This is more common and popular Powdered High Speed Tool Steel for knife blades. Thank you for your continued support, we look forward to serving you soon! After the Sengoku period, Sakai had to change their industry to kitchen knives from such weapons. Knife for your purpose core and sandwich layers on both side edge of blade comprehensive and detailed explanation about sushi! The carbon steel hardest materials, recommended for skillful Chef, not for beginner, we look to! 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