{"title":"Masashi Kuroshu","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe core of the blade is made from hard SLD steel and is clad \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein softer stainless steel. SLD contains 1.5% carbon for an HRC of 63–64, as well as 11–13% chromium for stain resistance. Through a special heat-treating \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprocess, Masashi-san is able to get SLD \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eincredibly hard, giving it edge retention on par with high-end \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecarbon steel. Despite the stainless steel nature, you’ll still want \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto dry it off after each use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is made of burnt chestnut wood with a water buffalo horn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecollar and is an oval shape giving optimal comfort to the right and left-handed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e alike. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kanji on the knife blade “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e聖作\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e” means “Masashi Saku” or “made by Masashi”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"masashi-kuro-damascus-sld-wa-chestnut-santoku-165mm","title":"Masashi Kuroshu Santoku 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masashi Kuroshu - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis blade's core is made from hard SLD steel clad in softer stainless steel, and, thanks to his insane skill and blacksmithing genius, Masashi-san has pushed it to the absolute limit of hardness. Basically, this means his knives stay sharp way longer than this steel typically would but aren’t as fragile as most steel in this category. The best of both worlds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe also gives the blades a special edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work. The lightweight Japanese ‘wa handle’ perfectly compliments this gorgeous blade and gives the knife a forward balance that makes it super fun to cut with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. He’s also a certified badass, forging in flip-flops and lighting cigarettes off red-hot steel like an 80’s action hero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is also a multi purpose knife, but with a slight vegetable bias. Santoku means 'Three Virtues' or 'To solve Three Problems'. The virtues or problems are slicing, dicing and mincing. Santoku is usually found in 160mm - 190mm lengths. These are more and more popular in Western kitchens due to the unique shape and smaller easy to handle size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"1658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/59sx_t4JrXg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masashi Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4370899533852,"sku":"GSMANDWCSLD165SA","price":691.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/masashi-kuroshu-santoku-1_5000x_75150368-56ba-4a24-9bec-3f27d45eb2a5.jpg?v=1616448140"},{"product_id":"masashi-kuro-damascus-sld-wa-chestnut-nakiri-165mm","title":"Masashi Kuroshu Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masashi Kuroshu - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis blade's core is made from hard SLD steel clad in softer stainless steel, and, thanks to his insane skill and blacksmithing genius, Masashi-san has pushed it to the absolute limit of hardness. Basically, this means his knives stay sharp way longer than this steel typically would but aren’t as fragile as most steel in this category. The best of both worlds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe also gives the blades a special edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work. The lightweight Japanese ‘wa handle’ perfectly compliments this gorgeous blade and gives the knife a forward balance that makes it super fun to cut with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. He’s also a certified badass, forging in flip-flops and lighting cigarettes off red-hot steel like an 80’s action hero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eA Nakiri is a vegetable knife. Under utilized in the Western kitchen, the Nakiri’s flat blade is meant for the push\/pull chopping of vegetables. Since the entire flat edge of the knife kisses the cutting board at once, you wont be turning the vegetable into an accordion. Accordion vegetables are still connected like a paper doll after you're “done” cutting them. To truly understand the awesomeness of a Nakiri we recommend making onion soup your first night with the knife. The ease of chopping will blow you away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-00937912-7fff-d210-5687-f9e707f074eb\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"1628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/59sx_t4JrXg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masashi Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4370900451356,"sku":"GSMANDWCSLD165NA","price":691.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/kuroshu-nakiri-165-1.jpg?v=1687385306"},{"product_id":"masashi-kuro-damascus-sld-wa-chestnut-gyuto-210mm","title":"Masashi Kuroshu Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Masashi Kuroshu feels like it looks. When we asked Masashi-san how he achieved this truly unique “Kurochi” finishing on this Damascus steel knife, he laughed. Like he’s going to divulge his trade secrets to a buncha punks like us! SLD stainless, water buffalo horn collar, charred chestnut handle, 100% gorgeous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masashi Kuroshu - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis blade's core is made from hard SLD steel clad in softer stainless steel, and, thanks to his insane skill and blacksmithing genius, Masashi-san has pushed it to the absolute limit of hardness. Basically, this means his knives stay sharp way longer than this steel typically would but aren’t as fragile as most steel in this category. The best of both worlds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe also gives the blades a special edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work. The lightweight Japanese ‘wa handle’ perfectly compliments this gorgeous blade and gives the knife a forward balance that makes it super fun to cut with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. He’s also a certified badass, forging in flip-flops and lighting cigarettes off red-hot steel like an 80’s action hero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eInspired by the profile of a traditional European chef knife, Gyutos are a multi purpose knife with a slight meat cutting bias. “Gyuto” translates to “cow sword.” If you want one knife to do it all, This is it. Starting at 180mm, Gyutos can reach the ridiculously long (and awesome) 370mm. For the at-home or professional cook, we recommend a Gyuto which measures between 210mm and 270mm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"40802189317\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/59sx_t4JrXg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masashi Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4370901041180,"sku":"GSMANDWCSLD210GY","price":894.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/kuroshu-gyuto-210-1.jpg?v=1615422592"},{"product_id":"masashi-kuro-damascus-sld-wa-chestnut-gyuto-240mm","title":"Masashi Kuroshu Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masashi Kuroshu - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis blade's core is made from hard SLD steel clad in softer stainless steel, and, thanks to his insane skill and blacksmithing genius, Masashi-san has pushed it to the absolute limit of hardness. Basically, this means his knives stay sharp way longer than this steel typically would but aren’t as fragile as most steel in this category. The best of both worlds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe also gives the blades a special edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work. The lightweight Japanese ‘wa handle’ perfectly compliments this gorgeous blade and gives the knife a forward balance that makes it super fun to cut with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. He’s also a certified badass, forging in flip-flops and lighting cigarettes off red-hot steel like an 80’s action hero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eInspired by the profile of a traditional European chef knife, Gyutos are a multi purpose knife with a slight meat cutting bias. “Gyuto” translates to “cow sword.” If you want one knife to do it all, This is it. Starting at 180mm, Gyutos can reach the ridiculously long (and awesome) 370mm. For the at-home or professional cook, we recommend a Gyuto which measures between 210mm and 270mm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/59sx_t4JrXg\" data-dashlane-frameid=\"1552\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masashi Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4370901631004,"sku":"GSMANDWCSLD240GY","price":974.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/masashi-kuroshu-gyuto-240-1.jpg?v=1591747836"},{"product_id":"masashi-kuro-damascus-sld-wa-chestnut-petty-120mm","title":"Masashi Kuroshu Petty 120mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masashi Kuroshu - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis blade's core is made from hard SLD steel clad in softer stainless steel, and, thanks to his insane skill and blacksmithing genius, Masashi-san has pushed it to the absolute limit of hardness. Basically, this means his knives stay sharp way longer than this steel typically would but aren’t as fragile as most steel in this category. The best of both worlds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe also gives the blades a special edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work. The lightweight Japanese ‘wa handle’ perfectly compliments this gorgeous blade and gives the knife a forward balance that makes it super fun to cut with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. He’s also a certified badass, forging in flip-flops and lighting cigarettes off red-hot steel like an 80’s action hero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is the knife for smaller jobs that are done on a cutting board. Perfect for slicing shallots, cutting herbs, and boning smaller proteins. Additionally, Petty knives are an indispensable tool for those who feel uncomfortable wielding a larger chef knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"1636\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/59sx_t4JrXg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masashi Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4370927779868,"sku":"GSMANDWCSLD135PE","price":598.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/120mm.jpg?v=1617057464"},{"product_id":"masashi-kuroshu-sujihiki-270mm","title":"Masashi Kuroshu Sujihiki 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masashi Kuroshu -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis blade's core is made from hard SLD steel clad in softer stainless steel, and, thanks to his insane skill and blacksmithing genius, Masashi-san has pushed it to the absolute limit of hardness. Basically, this means his knives stay sharp way longer than this steel typically would but aren’t as fragile as most steel in this category. The best of both worlds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe also gives the blades a special edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work. The lightweight Japanese ‘wa handle’ perfectly compliments this gorgeous blade and gives the knife a forward balance that makes it super fun to cut with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. He’s also a certified badass, forging in flip-flops and lighting cigarettes off red-hot steel like an 80’s action hero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/strong\u003e“Sujihiki” translates to “Flesh Slicer” and it does exactly what the name suggests, perfect for carving and slicing roasts, turkey, raw meats, fish, and all other proteins and the extended blade length allows you to slice with one long stroke, instead of sliding the knife back and forth in a sawing motion. Making clean slices of brisket or ultra thin applications like Carpaccio a breeze to execute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"1666\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/59sx_t4JrXg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masashi Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8146653151333,"sku":"GSMANDWCSLD270SU","price":1480.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/masashi-kuroshu-suji-270mm-1.jpg?v=1616450829"},{"product_id":"masashi-kuroshu-ko-bunka-135mm","title":"Masashi Kuroshu Ko-Bunka 135mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masashi Kuroshu - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis blade's core is made from hard SLD steel clad in softer stainless steel, and, thanks to his insane skill and blacksmithing genius, Masashi-san has pushed it to the absolute limit of hardness. Basically, this means his knives stay sharp way longer than this steel typically would but aren’t as fragile as most steel in this category. The best of both worlds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe also gives the blades a special edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work. The lightweight Japanese ‘wa handle’ perfectly compliments this gorgeous blade and gives the knife a forward balance that makes it super fun to cut with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. He’s also a certified badass, forging in flip-flops and lighting cigarettes off red-hot steel like an 80’s action hero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Ko Bunka is a smaller version of a Bunka. Any guesses on what “Ko” means in Japanese? You nailed it! It translates to “small.” This little knife is awesome because it still gives you knuckle clearance on the cutting board. Making sure you can mince garlic and comfortably chop veggies. A badass love child of the Bunka and Petty knife, it works for smaller jobs in the hand or as an all-purpose blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"1620\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/59sx_t4JrXg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masashi Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8146654396517,"sku":"GSMANDWCSLD135KBU","price":646.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/masashi-kuroshu-kobunka-1_5000x_18bcd093-67c9-47f9-b0ba-bd7393a647df.jpg?v=1617057379"},{"product_id":"masashi-shirogami-kuroshu-sakimaru-takobiki-270mm","title":"Masashi Shirogami Kuroshu Sakimaru Takobiki 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Takobiki is a Kanto region (Tokyo) variation of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/yanagiba\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/yanagiba\"\u003eyanagiba\u003c\/a\u003e, it translates to \"octopus cutter\", but isn't limited to just being used to prepare octopus, you'll find it will be adept at any task you might use a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/yanagiba\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/yanagiba\"\u003eyanagiba\u003c\/a\u003e for, such as preparing sashimi or slicing meat. It can be \u003cspan color=\"#ff9900\"\u003etraditionally\u003c\/span\u003e found with a square tip, but also \u003cspan color=\"#ff9900\"\u003eit has become more popular recently\u003c\/span\u003e to see it with the Sakimari tip and is always single-bevel for that extra level of sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Masashi Yamamoto - \u003c\/strong\u003eMasashi-san started his own workshop in 2013, after learning the family trade alongside his older brother Kazuomi at Yoshikane Hamono.  Despite his young age, Masashi makes a beautifully polished and crazy sharp blade and is able to make his steel harder than other makers through special heat-treating processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMasashi-san has outdone himself again. He started as a blacksmith making double-bevel knives, and his transition to single bevel blades has been flawless. 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He started as a blacksmith making double-bevel knives, and his transition to single bevel blades has been flawless. 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Basically, this means his knives stay sharp way longer than this steel typically would but aren’t as fragile as most steel in this category. The best of both worlds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe also gives the blades a special edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work. The lightweight Japanese ‘wa handle’ perfectly compliments this gorgeous blade and gives the knife a forward balance that makes it super fun to cut with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. 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