{"title":"Knives","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"takamura-migaki-r2-gyuto-210mm-hsps","title":"Takamura SG2 Migaki Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis item qualifies for \u003cstrong\u003eFree International Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your country doesn't show up at checkout, please contact us via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/semiblack.sg\/\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e, we will add it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTakamura Knives are famed worldwide for their cutting performance and have a high demand, once out of stock they may take months or even years to restock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs these knives have an extremely sharp edge, if you are not a professional chef or do not have confidence in your knife skills, they may not be suitable for you. Please also keep in mind that this knife has a laser profile (i.e. extremely thin behind the edge) and should not be used for hacking or sawing frozen foods or bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect knife for professional chefs, line cooks, prep cooks and those who appreciate quality craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Type: Gyuto\u003cbr\u003e\nCore: R2\/SG2 Powdered Steel\u003cbr\u003e\nCladding: Stainless Steel Cladding\u003cbr\u003e\nHandle: Red Pakkawood Western Handle\u003cbr\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 1.6mm\u003cbr\u003e\nBlade Height at Heel: 46mm\u003cbr\u003e\nHRC : 62-63\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 151g\u003cbr\u003e\nBlade Length: 210mm\u003cbr\u003e\nOverall Length: 337mm\u003cbr\u003e\nBlacksmith: Terukazu Takamura\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Echizen, Takefu Village, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takamura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36103179239582,"sku":"TAKAWINE210","price":260.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/07542cd9a74144a7a188e011caca6c18.jpg?v=1751363593"},{"product_id":"sandvik-19c27-45-layer-hammered-damascus-gyuto","title":"Seki 19C27 Tsuchime Damascus Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade in Seki City Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e19C27:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCommonly referred to simply as \"Swedish Steel\". 19C27 is one of the many steels produced by Sandvik, an engineering company based in Sweden specializing in mining and heavy machinery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn terms of carbon content, 19C27 is quite similar to VG10 and thus shares many of the same properties. Here are some of the key differences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e19C27 is Tougher (Less Brittle) than VG10 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/knifesteelnerds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/budget-stainless-toughness.jpg?w=755\u0026amp;ssl=1\" title=\"Knife Steel Nerds Toughness of Budget Steels\"\u003eby about 4 times\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e19C27 is slightly easier to sharpen compared to VG10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eVG10 has a better edge retention than 19C27 (VG10 will stay sharp ~15% longer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGiven these properties, 19C27 would be better suited for heavier use applications, like in a commercial kitchen environment. For home users, this knife will be a great choice if you share your kitchen with \"less careful\" users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type: Gyuto\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTotal Length: 350mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 215mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 145g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: Sandvik 19C27 Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: 22 Layer of Hammered Damascus on each side (22 + 22 + 1 = 45)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: Rosewood with Ebony Wood Ferrule\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickest portion of the blade: 2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 59 - 60\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36103228260510,"sku":"SEKI210GYU","price":170.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Seki-Sandvik-19C27-Gyuto-240mm_3ba4b9d3-9f71-481a-b0df-d929993ed3f0.png?v=1610000605"},{"product_id":"kajibe-white-2-santoku-165mm","title":"Kajibe White #2 Kurouchi Santoku 165mm","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Kajibe Story:\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Father \u0026amp; Son Team\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKajibe knives are hand-forged by master blacksmith Kunio Ishikawa and his son. They are located in a quaint, traditional factory in the historic knife making city of Sanjo, Japan. Master Ishikawa prefers to only use traditional Japanese steel such as White, and Blue Paper steels from Hitachi Yasuki Steel. All Kajibe knives are hand-forged in a traditional wood-fired oven and then hand polished. This technique has been passed down from father to son for many hundreds of years.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis knives are thin, light, and represent incredible value for money given the high level of finish. Shirogami Steel also offers great edge retention and are very easy to sharpen should you wish to try and sharpen your own knives with a Japanese whetstone.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType: Santoku\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCore: Shirogami #2 Carbon Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCladding: Kurouchi Finish\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material: Magnolia Wood\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Length: 314mm \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length: 170mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 129g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHRC: 61-62\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickest portion of blade: 3.5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis knife ships from our warehouse in Singapore, for local deliveries it takes 2 days to arrive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kajibe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36103258833054,"sku":"KAJIBEWHT165SAN","price":110.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Kajibe-Kurouchi-Santoku-165mm.png?v=1609837066"},{"product_id":"19c27-hammered-damascus-petty-150mm","title":"Seki 19C27 Tsuchime Damascus Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade in Seki City Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e19C27:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCommonly referred to simply as \"Swedish Steel\". 19C27 is one of the many steels produced by Sandvik, an engineering company based in Sweden specializing in mining and heavy machinery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn terms of carbon content, 19C27 is quite similar to VG10 and thus shares many of the same properties. Here are some of the key differences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e19C27 is Tougher (Less Brittle) than VG10\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/knifesteelnerds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/budget-stainless-toughness.jpg?w=755\u0026amp;ssl=1\" title=\"Knife Steel Nerds Toughness of Budget Steels\"\u003eby about 4 times\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e19C27 is slightly easier to sharpen compared to VG10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eVG10 has a better edge retention than 19C27 (VG10 will stay sharp ~15% longer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGiven these properties, 19C27 would be better suited for heavier use applications, like in a commercial kitchen environment. For home users, this knife will be a great choice if you share your kitchen with \"less careful\" users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type: Petty\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTotal Length: 273mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 154mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 71g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: Sandvik 19C27 Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: 22 Layer of Hammered Damascus per side (22 + 22 + 1 = 45)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: Rosewood with Ebony Wood Ferrule\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 59 - 60\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis knife ships from our warehouse in Singapore, for local deliveries it takes 2 days to arrive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36313173819550,"sku":"SEKI150","price":100.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Seki-Sandvik-19C27-Petty-150mm.png?v=1616575631"},{"product_id":"tosa-aogami-super-petty-150mm","title":"Tosa Aogami Super Petty 150mm","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe history of Tosa knives:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTosa is a city located in Kōchi Prefecture, Japan. It is located on the southern coast of the island of Shikoku surrounded\u003c\/span\u003e by steep mountains. This has led to a geographical isolation of the region which allowed the region to develop unique cultures and customs still apparent to this day. Many Tosa blacksmiths enjoy making kurouchi knives and the area is known for this type of finish using hammer forge techniques in making their knives. This \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekitchen \u003c\/span\u003eknife is one such example. The texture of the hammering and the glossy blue tones of the kurouchi finish is something unique to Tosa knives. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType: Petty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCore: Aogami Super \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCladding: Soft Iron Kurouchi Finish\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material: Chestnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Length: 290mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length: 152mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 75g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHRC: 64-65\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickest portion of blade: 3.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tosa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37099439063198,"sku":"TOSABLUE150","price":105.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Tosa-Aogami-Super-Petty-150mm.png?v=1610000995"},{"product_id":"matsubara-blue-2-nashiji-gyuto","title":"Matsubara Blue #2 Nashiji Gyuto","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis item qualifies for \u003cstrong\u003eFree International Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your country doesn't show up at checkout, please contact us via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/semiblack.sg\/\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e, we will add it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4th Generation Master Blacksmith:\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKatsuto Tanaka is one of the handful of blade smiths still around in Matsubara, Omura City, with a blacksmithing tradition that spans over 800 years. Each blade is hand forged and hammered in Tanaka Kama Kogyo, where knife enthusiasts can attend a \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehands-on knife-making experience and watch Tanaka-san at work!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMastubara blades are characterized by their tall blades and thick spine which tapers nicely towards the tip. This makes it a great choice for people with larger hands and those seeking more knuckle clearance. The larger blade profile, combined with the textured nashiji finish gives the blade a refined yet rugged appearance. \u003c\/span\u003eAdditionally the stainless steel nashiji finish also aids in food release and protects the core carbon steel from rusting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe core Blue #2 Steel is hardened to HRC 62- 63 which provides a cutting edge with lasting sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType: Gyuto\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: Hitachi Blue Paper #2 (Aogami 2) \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: Stainless Steel (Nashiji Pear Skin Finish)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material: \u003c\/span\u003eWalnut Octagonal Handle\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length: 211 | 237mm \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTotal Length: 357 | 389mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 162 | 224g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 62-63\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nThickest portion of blade: 3.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matsubara","offers":[{"title":"210mm","offer_id":42831642722462,"sku":"MATSUBLUE2-NASHI210","price":320.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm","offer_id":42831642755230,"sku":"MATSUBLUE2-NASHI240","price":340.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/8020f7569fafeba8e20334f93054dc9e.jpg?v=1753180472"},{"product_id":"seki-19c27-hammered-45-layer-damascus-santoku-180mm","title":"Seki 19C27 Tsuchime Damascus Santoku 180mm","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Seki City Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e19C27:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommonly referred to simply as \"Swedish Steel\". 19C27 is one of the many steels produced by Sandvik, an engineering company based in Sweden specializing in mining and heavy machinery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn terms of carbon content, 19C27 is quite similar to VG10 and thus shares many of the same properties. Here are some of the key differences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e19C27 is Tougher (Less Brittle) than VG10\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/knifesteelnerds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/budget-stainless-toughness.jpg?w=755\u0026amp;ssl=1\" href=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/knifesteelnerds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/budget-stainless-toughness.jpg?w=755\u0026amp;ssl=1\" title=\"Knife Steel Nerds Toughness of Budget Steels\"\u003eby about 4 times\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e19C27 is slightly easier to sharpen compared to VG10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG10 has a better edge retention than 19C27 (VG10 will stay sharp ~15% longer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGiven these properties, 19C27 would be better suited for heavier use applications, like in a commercial kitchen environment. For home users, this knife will be a great choice if you share your kitchen with \"less careful\" users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType: Santoku\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCore: Sandvik 19C27\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCladding: 45 Layer Hammered Damascus Cladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material: Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Length: 318mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length: 185mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 127 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickest portion of the blade: 2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 59 - 60\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis knife ships from our warehouse in Singapore, for local deliveries it takes 2 days to arrive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37120065962142,"sku":"SEKI180","price":150.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Seki-Sandvik-19C27-Santoku-180mm.png?v=1610000707"},{"product_id":"takamura-migaki-r2-petty-150mm","title":"Takamura SG2 Migaki Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis item qualifies for \u003cstrong\u003eFree International Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your country doesn't show up at checkout, please contact us via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/semiblack.sg\/\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e, we will add it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTakamura Knives are famed worldwide for their cutting performance and have a high demand, once out of stock they may take months or even years to restock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs these knives have an extremely sharp edge, if you are not a professional chef or do not have confidence in your knife skills, they may not be suitable for you. Please also keep in mind that this knife has a laser profile (i.e. extremely thin behind the edge) and should not be used for hacking or sawing frozen foods or bones.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPerfect knife for professional chefs, line cooks, prep cooks and those who appreciate quality craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNote 1: Our Takamura knives are OEM, which means they are produced by Takamura for other brands to engrave their own logos. Since we did not put our own brand logo on them, they will only have the maker's mark engraved on the reverse side of the knife. They do not have the \"高村作\" engraving on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNote 2: This knife shares the same DNA as the Hitohira TP series, with the same maker's mark engraved on the reverse side of the knife. 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It is located on the southern coast of the island of Shikoku surrounded\u003c\/span\u003e by steep mountains. This has led to a geographical isolation of the region which allowed the region to develop unique cultures and customs still apparent to this day. Many Tosa blacksmiths enjoy making kurouchi knives and the area is known for this type of finish using hammer forge techniques in making their knives. This \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekitchen \u003c\/span\u003eknife is one such example. 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Being in and around nature has always been an essential part of Japanese people’s livelihood as forests cover 80% of the mountainous land in Japan.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTo find out more about MUJUN please visit their website: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mujun.co.jp\/\" title=\"mujun\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.mujun.co.jp\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nNeedless to say, these kitchen knives (Sekiso Collection) are something special.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type: Santoku\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTotal Length: 325mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 185mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 108g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: AUS10 Steel (Aichi Corp.)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: Damascus, Stainless\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: Magnolia with Buffalo Horn Ferrule\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nThickest portion of the blade: 2mm (Laser Profile)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 59 - 60\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misuzu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40359277592734,"sku":"MZUDAM180","price":200.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Mizusu-AUS10-Santoku-180mm.png?v=1626929727"},{"product_id":"misuzu-gata-vg10-kiritsuke-210mm","title":"Misuzu-Gata VG10 Kiritsuke 210mm","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMisuzu Knives are produced by a small family run blacksmith shop in Miki Japan. 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Being in and around nature has always been an essential part of Japanese people’s livelihood as forests cover 80% of the mountainous land in Japan.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTo find out more about MUJUN please visit their website:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.mujun.co.jp\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mujun.co.jp\/\" title=\"mujun\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.mujun.co.jp\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nNeedless to say, these kitchen knives are something special.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type: Kiritsuke \/ Chef\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTotal Length: 345mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 208mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 140g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: VG10\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: Stainless\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: Magnolia with Traditional Urushi Lacquer, Brass Ferrule\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nThickest portion of the blade: 1.9mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 59 - 60\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misuzu","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":42031649947806,"sku":"MZUGATA210","price":200.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":42031649980574,"sku":"MZUGATA210SAYA","price":230.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Mizusu-Gata-VG10-Kiritsuke-210mm.png?v=1627017722"},{"product_id":"misuzu-gata-vg10-bunka-honesuki-160mm","title":"Misuzu-Gata VG10 Bunka \/ Honesuki 160mm","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMisuzu Knives are produced by a small family run blacksmith shop in Miki Japan. 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Being in and around nature has always been an essential part of Japanese people’s livelihood as forests cover 80% of the mountainous land in Japan.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTo find out more about MUJUN please visit their website:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.mujun.co.jp\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mujun.co.jp\/\" title=\"mujun\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.mujun.co.jp\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nNeedless to say, these kitchen knives are something special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis knife has a Bunka profile, but its thick enough to be used as a Honesuki.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type: Bunka \/ Honesuki\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTotal Length: 289mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 153mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 96g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: VG10\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: Stainless\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: Magnolia with Traditional Urushi Lacquer, Plastic Ferrule\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nThickest portion of the blade: 1.9mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 59 - 60\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misuzu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40366967816350,"sku":"MZUGATA160","price":160.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Mizusu-Gata-VG10-Bunka-160mm.png?v=1736146072"},{"product_id":"misuzu-gata-vg10-mini-honesuki-100mm","title":"Misuzu-Gata VG10 Mini-Honesuki 105mm","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMisuzu Knives are produced by a small family run blacksmith shop in Miki Japan. 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This \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekitchen \u003c\/span\u003eknife features a special Shichikaku (Heptagon) handle made of brown pakkawood, with a beautiful mosaic pin for decoration. The \"Zuiun\" offers one of the best overall fit and finishes at this price range. All knives in this series come in a lovely Paulownia wood box.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nSeki Kanetsugu was founded more than a century ago in 1918 by Matsujiro Kawamura, the descendant of Kanetsugu the swordsmith, who first started making swords in the year 1345. For three generations, the Kawamuras have worked hard to build a knife workshop that is worthy of the Kanetsugu name. Combining Seki's knife making tradition and newer approaches such as \"sub-zero process\", Seki Kanatsugu has become a major kitchen knife maker in Japan. 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If your country doesn't show up at checkout, please contact us via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/semiblack.sg\/\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e, we will add it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCreated to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Seki Kanetsugu, the “Zuiun” series kitchen knives are made with R2\/SG2 high-speed powder core steel, heat-treated and cold-treated to 62-63 HRC, enabling superb edge retention. This is the highest level of fit and finishes by Kanetsugu, with a beautiful Damascus cladding that is almost mirror-like.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWith a beautiful tapering, the knife has an excellent edge geometry. Supported by the harder SG2 steel, the knife maker was able to achieve excellent thinness behind the edge, facilitating great cutting performance. This \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekitchen \u003c\/span\u003eknife features a special Shichikaku (Heptagon) handle made of brown pakkawood, with a beautiful mosaic pin for decoration. The \"Zuiun\" offers one of the best overall fit and finishes at this price range. All knives in this series come in a lovely Paulownia wood box.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nSeki Kanetsugu was founded more than a century ago in 1918 by Matsujiro Kawamura, the descendant of Kanetsugu the swordsmith, who first started making swords in the year 1345. For three generations, the Kawamuras have worked hard to build a knife workshop that is worthy of the Kanetsugu name. Combining Seki's knife making tradition and newer approaches such as \"sub-zero process\", Seki Kanatsugu has become a major kitchen knife maker in Japan. 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Gen knives are 100% stainless steel with a VG10 core. This real kurouchi finish is created after 29 months of research and development by the engineers at Shizu. This is in contrast with other stainless steel kurouchi kitchen knives which are typically painted black and can easily be chipped off. 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Gen knives are 100% stainless steel with a VG10 core. This real kurouchi finish is created after 29 months of research and development by the engineers at Shizu. This is in contrast with other stainless steel kurouchi kitchen knives which are typically painted black and can easily be chipped off. 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Which directly translates to \"gentle\" or \"elegant\". And this hit the nail on the head entirely - these kitchen knives feel extremely refined and elegant in the hand. It may be something about the way the handle curves or the texture of the wood but it is something that cannot be expressed in pictures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhat we can capture is the 33-layers of Damascus steel and the bead blasted finish of the bolster and butt of the handle which adds further to the beauty of this blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe Miyako knives are produced by Shizu Hamono, which is quickly becoming one of our favourite brands as they seem to consistently produce great \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekitchen \u003c\/span\u003eknives that are unique and high quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Type: Gyuto\u003cbr\u003e\nCore: AUS-8 Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\nCladding: 33-Layer Damascus Steel (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSUS1A-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHandle: Pakkawood D-Handle (Right Handed)\u003cbr\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 2.1mm\u003cbr\u003e\nHRC: 59\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 180 | 210 | 240mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nOverall Length: 312\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e | 342 | 372mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 151 | 173 | 193g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shizu Hamono","offers":[{"title":"180mm","offer_id":42331722678430,"sku":"SKSMYK180","price":150.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"210mm","offer_id":42331722711198,"sku":"SKSMYK210","price":160.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm","offer_id":42331722743966,"sku":"SKSMYK240","price":170.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Shizu-Miyako-Close-Up-Logo.jpg?v=1745652559"},{"product_id":"shikisai-miyako-damascus-western-deba","title":"Shikisai Miyako AUS-8 Damascus Western Deba 165mm","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhen we first got hold of the Miyako knives, we handed it off to one of our friends who immediately remarked: \"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e斯文\" (Sīwén). Which directly translates to \"gentle\" or \"elegant\". And this hit the nail on the head entirely - these kitchen knives feel extremely refined and elegant in the hand. It may be something about the way the handle curves or the texture of the wood but it is something that cannot be expressed in pictures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhat we can capture is the 33-layers of Damascus steel and the bead blasted finish of the bolster and butt of the handle which adds further to the beauty of this blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Miyako \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eknives are produced by Shizu Hamono, which is quickly becoming one of our favourite brands as they seem to consistently produce great kitchen knives that are unique and high quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Type: Western Deba (Double Bevel)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: AUS-8 Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: 33-Layer Damascus Steel (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSUS1A-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: Pakkawood D-Handle (Right Handed)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 3.1mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 58\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 165mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nOverall Length: 297mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 201g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shizu Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42331729559710,"sku":"SKSMYK165DEBA","price":180.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Shizu-Miyako-Western-Deba-165mm.jpg?v=1672744172"},{"product_id":"shikisai-miyako-damascus-sujihiki-240mm","title":"Shikisai Miyako AUS-8 Damascus Sujihiki 240mm","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhen we first got hold of the Miyako knives, we handed it off to one of our friends who immediately remarked: \"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e斯文\" (Sīwén). Which directly translates to \"gentle\" or \"elegant\". And this hit the nail on the head entirely - these kitchen knives feel extremely refined and elegant in the hand. 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