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The HD and HD2 have been the inspiration for every super thin knife that have followed. Thin blades give an ethereal cutting experience because there is no wedging into harder foods and they don’t need thinning after a few resharpening’s as the blade remains thinner behind the edge in comparison to traditional grinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome advice to the uninitiated. If you want one, buy it now – before the once again the steel runs out and they become HD3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnolia wood octagonal handles with black-brown wooden bolster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKonosuke Sakai Knives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonosuke Sakai create sleek elegant designs and produce a range of highly sought after chefs knives around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with many Sakai knives there is a small gap between the machi (notch) and the handle. This is the traditional method of setting Sakai blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length of the cutting edge is noted under \"blade length\" in the chart below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all thin blades this knife will chip if mishandled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable summary=\"\" width=\"95%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\" border=\"1\" align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNakiri\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e165mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e136gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-stainless HD2 steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2040767489,"sku":"KOHD180NA","price":358.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/products\/konosuke-HD2-magnolia-180-nakiri.jpg?v=1574990132"},{"product_id":"konosuke-hd2-120mm-petty","title":"Konosuke HD2 120mm Petty","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKonosuke Sakai HD2 Petty - 120mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn about 2011 we sold a new range of knives from Konosuke called the HD range. They were made from a limited batch of steel that was semi stainless and ground super thin, pretty much the disruptors of their time. Word spread and the knives became really popular, maybe too popular as the steel soon ran out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime went by as Konosuke searched for new steel with similar properties and finally they released the HD2 range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HD2 range today still have the cult following of the originals, they still sell out way too quickly and they are still super thin, light to hold with superior cutting, great edge retention and ease of resharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo why are they so popular? The HD and HD2 have been the inspiration for every super thin knife that have followed. Thin blades give an ethereal cutting experience because there is no wedging into harder foods and they don’t need thinning after a few resharpening’s as the blade remains thinner behind the edge in comparison to traditional grinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome advice to the uninitiated. If you want one, buy it now – before the once again the steel runs out and they become HD3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnolia wood octagonal handles with black-brown wooden bolster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKonosuke Sakai Knives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonosuke Sakai create sleek elegant designs and produce a range of highly sought after chefs knives around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with many Sakai knives there is a small gap between the machi (notch) and the handle. This is the traditional method of setting Sakai blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length of the cutting edge is noted under \"blade length\" in the chart below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all thin blades this knife will chip if mishandled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable summary=\"\" width=\"95%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\" border=\"1\" align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePetty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e111mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e257mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-stainless HD2 steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2040777089,"sku":"KOHD120PE","price":259.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/products\/konosuke-HD2-magnolia-120-wa-petty.jpg?v=1574987935"},{"product_id":"konosuke-gs-chestnut-240mm-gyuto","title":"Konosuke GS+ Chestnut - 240mm Gyuto","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKonosuke GS+ Chestnut Wa-gyuto - 240mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from the success of the HD2 range, Konosuke have released another racehorse thin range known as GS. Semi stainless steel is sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel ground down to a fine edge. An excellent blade for precision cutting but hard tasks like jointing a chicken should be avoided at all costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOctagonal chestnut handles match the light feel of the blade with easy control over the thin sharp edge. The edge of the GS+ series is thinner than the HD2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonosuke create sleek elegant designs highly sought after around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeing a super fine blade care should be taken not to chip the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with many Sakai knives there is a small gap between the machi (notch) and the handle. This is the traditional method of setting Sakai blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe actual length of the cutting edge is noted under \"blade length\" in the chart below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable summary=\"\" align=\"center\" width=\"95%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGyuto - Chef Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e233mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e390mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - stainless clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29214254477,"sku":"KOGS240GY-CH","price":379.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/products\/konosuke-GS-gyuto-240.jpg?v=1625899720"},{"product_id":"konosuke-gs-chestnut-210mm-gyuto","title":"Konosuke GS+ Chestnut - 210mm Gyuto","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKonosuke GS+ Chestnut Wa-gyuto - 210mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from the success of the HD2 range, Konosuke have released another racehorse thin range known as GS. Semi stainless steel is sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel ground down to a fine edge. An excellent blade for precision cutting but hard tasks like jointing a chicken should be avoided at all costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOctagonal chestnut handles match the light feel of the blade with easy control over the thin sharp edge. The edge of the GS+ series is thinner than the HD2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonosuke create sleek elegant designs highly sought after around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeing a super fine blade care should be taken not to chip the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with many Sakai knives there is a small gap between the machi (notch) and the handle. This is the traditional method of setting Sakai blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe actual length of the cutting edge is noted under \"blade length\" in the chart below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable summary=\"\" width=\"95%\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGyuto - Chef Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e352mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - stainless clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29215878989,"sku":"KOGS210GY-CH","price":318.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/products\/konosuke-GS-gyuto-210.jpg?v=1625899728"},{"product_id":"konosuke-gs-chestnut-150mm-petty","title":"Konosuke GS+ Chestnut - 150mm Petty","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKonosuke GS+ Chestnut Petty - 150mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from the success of the HD2 range, Konosuke have released another racehorse thin range known as GS. Semi stainless steel is sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel ground down to a fine edge. An excellent blade for precision cutting but hard tasks like jointing a chicken should be avoided at all costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOctagonal chestnut handles match the light feel of the blade with easy control over the thin sharp edge. The edge of the GS+ series is thinner than the HD2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonosuke create sleek elegant designs highly sought after around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeing a super fine blade care should be taken not to chip the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with many Sakai knives there is a small gap between the machi (notch) and the handle. This is the traditional method of setting Sakai blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe actual length of the cutting edge is noted under \"blade length\" in the chart below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable summary=\"\" align=\"center\" width=\"95%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePetty - Utility Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.9mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - stainless clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29216390797,"sku":"KOGS150PE-CH","price":225.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/products\/konosuke-GS-petty-150.jpg?v=1626326901"},{"product_id":"kuro-kuma-xt-gyuto-210mm","title":"Kuro Kuma XT Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT 210mm Gyuto\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 47mm this gyuto is broader than your average Japanese blade. Extra room \/ knuckle clearance for those with larger hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuro Kuma knives are hand forged from XT steel. While the overall hardness is about 62 HRC there are tiny super hard carbides distributed throughout the steel that aid in edge retention but still allow the edge to be easily resharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore carbon than SG2 but less rust resistance so we classify this range as semi-stainless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is much to love about this range, heavier hand feel, smooth cutting action, great edge retention and a slightly taller stance. The fit and finish is slightly agricultural and will appeal to those who believe slight imperfections = personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blacksmith workshop of the XT series has been forging blades for over 70 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe rarely see hand forged knives of this quality available at these prices so get in quick before they sell out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique X shaped pattern on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer forged, handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnut handle with bokote bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier than the average Japanese knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50\/50 edge grind suitable for left and right handed users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the handle is natural wood, colour and grain of wood will vary. Each handle is individual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs all knives are handmade the pattern will vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light tarnish will form on the blade. If you want to be fussy use a coat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/camellia-oil-tsubaki\"\u003ecamellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e after use. The tarnish can also be removed with the application of our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rust-clean-by-northman\"\u003erust clean\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"95%\" summary=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGyuto - Chef Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e212mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e368mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.7mm tapered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - semi stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28436208582752,"sku":"KUXT210GY","price":269.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/files\/kurokuma-japanese-knife-XT-series-210-gyuto-bokote.jpg?v=1764926971"},{"product_id":"kuro-kuma-xt-gyuto-240mm","title":"Kuro Kuma XT Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT 240mm Gyuto\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love a knife with a little bit of heft, this is the gyuto for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuro Kuma knives are hand forged from XT steel. While the overall hardness is about 62 HRC there are tiny super hard carbides distributed throughout the steel that aid in edge retention but still allow the edge to be easily resharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore carbon than SG2 but less rust resistance so we classify this range as semi-stainless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is much to love about this range, heavier hand feel, smooth cutting action, great edge retention and a slightly taller stance. The fit and finish is slightly agricultural and will appeal to those who believe slight imperfections = personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blacksmith workshop of the XT series has been forging blades for over 70 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe rarely see hand forged knives of this quality available at these prices so get in quick before they sell out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique X shaped pattern on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer forged, handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnut handle with bokote bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier than the average Japanese knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50\/50 edge grind suitable for left and right handed users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the handle is natural wood, colour and grain of wood will vary. Each handle is individual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs all knives are handmade the pattern will vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA light tarnish will form on the blade. If you want to be fussy use a coat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/camellia-oil-tsubaki\"\u003ecamellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e after use. The tarnish can also be removed with the application of our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rust-clean-by-northman\"\u003erust clean\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"95%\" summary=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGyuto - Chef Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e245mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4mm tapered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e51mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - semi stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28437114421344,"sku":"KUXT240GY","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/files\/kurokuma-japanese-knife-XT-series-240-gyuto-bokote.jpg?v=1764927086"},{"product_id":"kuro-kuma-xt-sujihiki-240mm","title":"Kuro Kuma XT Sujihiki 240mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT 240mm Sujihiki\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlightly broader and more rigid version of a suji that will be equally at home slicing meat as well as filleting fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuro Kuma knives are hand forged from XT steel. While the overall hardness is about 62 HRC there are tiny super hard carbides distributed throughout the steel that aid in edge retention but still allow the edge to be easily resharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore carbon than SG2 but less rust resistance so we classify this range as semi-stainless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is much to love about this range, heavier hand feel, smooth cutting action, great edge retention and a slightly taller stance. The fit and finish is slightly agricultural and will appeal to those who believe slight imperfections = personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blacksmith workshop of the XT series has been forging blades for over 70 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe rarely see hand forged knives of this quality available at these prices so get in quick before they sell out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique X shaped pattern on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer forged, handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnut handle with bokote bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier than the average Japanese knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50\/50 edge grind suitable for left and right handed users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the handle is natural wood, colour and grain of wood will vary. Each handle is individual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs all knives are handmade the pattern will vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light tarnish will form on the blade. If you want to be fussy use a coat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/camellia-oil-tsubaki\"\u003ecamellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e after use. The tarnish can also be removed with the application of our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rust-clean-by-northman\"\u003erust clean\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"95%\" summary=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSujihiki\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e242mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e395mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4mm tapered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - semi stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28437301854304,"sku":"KUXT240SU","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/files\/kurokuma-japanese-knife-XT-series-240-sujihiki-bokote.jpg?v=1764927237"},{"product_id":"kuro-kuma-xt-santoku-165mm","title":"Kuro Kuma XT Santoku 165mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT 165mm Santoku\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shorter, taller version of the traditional santoku with a little more rocking action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuro Kuma knives are hand forged from XT steel. While the overall hardness is about 62 HRC there are tiny super hard carbides distributed throughout the steel that aid in edge retention but still allow the edge to be easily resharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore carbon than SG2 but less rust resistance so we classify this range as semi-stainless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is much to love about this range, heavier hand feel, smooth cutting action, great edge retention and a slightly taller stance. The fit and finish is slightly agricultural and will appeal to those who believe slight imperfections = personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe rarely see hand forged knives of this quality available at these prices so get in quick before they sell out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique X shaped pattern on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer forged, handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnut handle with bokote bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier than the average Japanese knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50\/50 edge grind suitable for left and right handed users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the handle is natural wood, colour and grain of wood will vary. Each handle is individual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs all knives are handmade the pattern will vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light tarnish will form on the blade. If you want to be fussy use a coat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/camellia-oil-tsubaki\"\u003ecamellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e after use. The tarnish can also be removed with the application of our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rust-clean-by-northman\"\u003erust clean\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"95%\" summary=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSantoku\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e168mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e308mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5mm tapered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - semi stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28437307523168,"sku":"KUXT165SA","price":249.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/files\/kurokuma-japanese-knife-XT-series-165-santoku-knife-bokote.jpg?v=1764926613"},{"product_id":"kuro-kuma-xt-petty-165mm","title":"Kuro Kuma XT Petty 165mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT 165mm Petty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's either a long version of a petty or a very short sujihiki. Either way it would make an excellent companion during dinner service and apart from regular tasks it could be used to fillet smaller fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuro Kuma knives are hand forged from XT steel. While the overall hardness is about 62 HRC there are tiny super hard carbides distributed throughout the steel that aid in edge retention but still allow the edge to be easily resharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore carbon than SG2 but less rust resistance so we classify this range as semi-stainless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is much to love about this range, heavier hand feel, smooth cutting action, great edge retention and a slightly taller stance. The fit and finish is slightly agricultural and will appeal to those who believe slight imperfections = personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blacksmith workshop of the XT series has been forging blades for over 70 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe rarely see hand forged knives of this quality available at these prices so get in quick before they sell out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique X shaped pattern on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer forged, handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnut handle with bokote bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier than the average Japanese knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50\/50 edge grind suitable for left and right handed users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the handle is natural wood, colour and grain of wood will vary. Each handle is individual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs all knives are handmade the pattern will vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light tarnish will form on the blade. If you want to be fussy use a coat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/camellia-oil-tsubaki\"\u003ecamellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e after use. The tarnish can also be removed with the application of our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rust-clean-by-northman\"\u003erust clean\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"95%\" summary=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePetty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e165mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e295mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mm tapered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - semi stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28437442396256,"sku":"KUXT165PE","price":219.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/files\/kurokuma-japanese-knife-XT-series-165-petty-bokote.jpg?v=1764926591"},{"product_id":"kuro-kuma-xt-wide-petty-105mm","title":"Kuro Kuma XT Wide Petty 105mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT 105mm Tall Petty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is one of a kind. Great for paring and extra knuckle clearance when you need to use the chopping board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuro Kuma knives are hand forged from XT steel. While the overall hardness is about 62 HRC there are tiny super hard carbides distributed throughout the steel that aid in edge retention but still allow the edge to be easily resharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore carbon than SG2 but less rust resistance so we classify this range as semi-stainless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is much to love about this range, heavier hand feel, smooth cutting action, great edge retention and a slightly taller stance. The fit and finish is slightly agricultural and will appeal to those who believe slight imperfections = personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blacksmith workshop of the XT series has been forging blades for over 70 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe rarely see hand forged knives of this quality available at these prices so get in quick before they sell out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique X shaped pattern on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer forged, handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnut handle with bokote bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier than the average Japanese knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50\/50 edge grind suitable for left and right handed users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the handle is natural wood, colour and grain of wood will vary. Each handle is individual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs all knives are handmade the pattern will vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light tarnish will form on the blade. If you want to be fussy use a coat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/camellia-oil-tsubaki\"\u003ecamellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e after use. The tarnish can also be removed with the application of our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rust-clean-by-northman\"\u003erust clean\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"95%\" summary=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePetty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e105mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e225mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mm tapered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - semi stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28437724823648,"sku":"KUXT105PE","price":195.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/files\/kurokuma-japanese-knife-XT-series-105-petty-bokote.jpg?v=1764927164"},{"product_id":"kuro-kuma-xt-nakiri-165mm","title":"Kuro Kuma XT Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT 165mm Nakiri\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile most Nakiri are quite flat along the edge this knife is a little more rounded and will suit those who prefer a slight rocking action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKuro Kuma XT Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuro Kuma knives are hand forged from XT steel. While the overall hardness is about 62 HRC there are tiny super hard carbides distributed throughout the steel that aid in edge retention but still allow the edge to be easily resharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore carbon than SG2 but less rust resistance so we classify this range as semi-stainless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is much to love about this range, heavier hand feel, smooth cutting action, great edge retention and a slightly taller stance. The fit and finish is slightly agricultural and will appeal to those who believe slight imperfections = personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blacksmith workshop of the XT series has been forging blades for over 70 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe rarely see hand forged knives of this quality available at these prices so get in quick before they sell out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique X shaped pattern on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer forged, handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnut handle with bokote bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier than the average Japanese knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50\/50 edge grind suitable for left and right handed users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the handle is natural wood, colour and grain of wood will vary. Each handle is individual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs all knives are handmade the pattern will vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light tarnish will form on the blade. If you want to be fussy use a coat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/camellia-oil-tsubaki\"\u003ecamellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e after use. The tarnish can also be removed with the application of our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rust-clean-by-northman\"\u003erust clean\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"95%\" summary=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNakiri\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e165mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e310mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4mm tapered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - semi stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28443161395296,"sku":"KUXT165NA","price":249.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/files\/kurokuma-japanese-knife-XT-series-165-nakiri-knife-bokote.jpg?v=1764926848"},{"product_id":"konosuke-gs-khii-laurel-240mm-gyuto","title":"Konosuke GS+ Khii Laurel - 240mm Gyuto","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKonosuke GS+ Wa-gyuto - 240mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from the success of the HD2 range, Konosuke have released another racehorse thin range known as GS. Semi stainless steel is sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel ground down to a fine edge. An excellent blade for precision cutting but hard tasks like jointing a chicken should be avoided at all costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOctagonal \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekhii laurel\u003c\/span\u003e handles match the light feel of the blade with easy control over the thin sharp edge. The edge of the GS+ series is thinner than the HD2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonosuke create sleek elegant designs highly sought after around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeing a super fine blade care should be taken not to chip the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with many Sakai knives there is a small gap between the machi (notch) and the handle. This is the traditional method of setting Sakai blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe actual length of the cutting edge is noted under \"blade length\" in the chart below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable summary=\"\" align=\"center\" width=\"95%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGyuto - Chef Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e233mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e390mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120gm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC (hardness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSanmai - stainless clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50:50 V bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefs Armoury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44334161101059,"sku":"KOGS240GY-KL","price":389.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6397\/files\/konosuke-GS-khii-laurel-gyuto-240.jpg?v=1698470247"},{"product_id":"konosuke-gs-khii-laurel-150mm-petty","title":"Konosuke GS+ Khii Laurel - 150mm Petty","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKonosuke GS+ Khii Laurel Petty - 150mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from the success of the HD2 range, Konosuke have released another racehorse thin range known as GS. Semi stainless steel is sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel ground down to a fine edge. An excellent blade for precision cutting but hard tasks like jointing a chicken should be avoided at all costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOctagonal laurel handles match the light feel of the blade with easy control over the thin sharp edge. The edge of the GS+ series is thinner than the HD2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonosuke create sleek elegant designs highly sought after around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeing a super fine blade care should be taken not to chip the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with many Sakai knives there is a small gap between the machi (notch) and the handle. 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