{"title":"Masakage Zero","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Masakage Zero line is top notch, a high performance knife combining unbelievable sharpness and pure hotness. These blades make people stop in their tracks to catch a second look, with a handle of Ironwood (one of the world's hardest woods), pinned with a mosaic in the shape of a chrysanthemum — the Zero plays second fiddle to no knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAogami Super is the king of knife steel - super easy to sharpen, gets a laser beam edge, cuts like silk and is very rugged for its hardness - It’s called SUPER for a reason. The outer layer is stainless steel, making this knife very easy to maintain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese blades are forged by Takeshi Saji in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.mom\/collections\/takefu-knife-village?offset=24\"\u003eTakefu Knife Village.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"masakage-zero-petty-130mm","title":"Masakage Zero Petty 130mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Masakage Zero - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first thing that sold me on the Zero is how fantastic they feel when you pick them up. The contoured handle fits so smoothly in your hand, with some added confidence and heft thanks to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe European-inspired full-tang handle. Desert Ironwood is the seventh hardest wood in the world (bet you didn't know that?), and it’s as durable as it is gorgeous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is no slouch, either. Aogami Super is the king of knife steels—easy to sharpen, crazy sharp, and much easier to care for than other carbon steels. It is clad in softer stainless steel, so only the edge has to be kept dry to prevent rust. Whether this is your first knife or your fifteenth, it’s sure to be the crown jewel in your collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTakeshi Saji-san started learning to work the forge under his father in 1966 at the age of 16. At 30, he succeeded his master and is the third-generation blacksmith in his family. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven after several decades of practice, Saji-san continuously strives to forge a better blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe loves a challenge and is always looking for new technology and techniques to improve his work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \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","brand":"Masakage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5275497348,"sku":"MAZ130PE","price":390.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/zeropetty130mm1.jpg?v=1743609128"},{"product_id":"masakage-zero-bunka-170mm","title":"Masakage Zero Bunka 170mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Masakage Zero - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first thing that sold me on the Zero is how fantastic they feel when you pick them up. The contoured handle fits so smoothly in your hand, with some added confidence and heft thanks to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe European-inspired full-tang handle. Desert Ironwood is the seventh hardest wood in the world (bet you didn't know that?), and it’s as durable as it is gorgeous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is no slouch, either. Aogami Super is the king of knife steels—easy to sharpen, crazy sharp, and much easier to care for than other carbon steels. It is clad in softer stainless steel, so only the edge has to be kept dry to prevent rust. Whether this is your first knife or your fifteenth, it’s sure to be the crown jewel in your collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTakeshi Saji-san started learning to work the forge under his father in 1966 at the age of 16. At 30, he succeeded his master and is the third-generation blacksmith in his family. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven after several decades of practice, Saji-san continuously strives to forge a better blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe loves a challenge and is always looking for new technology and techniques to improve his work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Bunka is a bonafide badass, like a kitchen knife in a leather jacket. It is a multi-purpose knife akin to the Santoku. “Bunka” translates to “culture\". This multi-purpose kitchen knife is great for dicing, slicing or mincing. Like a santoku, it's a cross between the nakiri and a gyuto, just a little more badass looking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masakage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5275500228,"sku":"MAZ170BU","price":497.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/zerobunka1.jpg?v=1743609139"},{"product_id":"masakage-zero-gyuto-210mm","title":"Masakage Zero Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Masakage Zero - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first thing that sold me on the Zero is how fantastic they feel when you pick them up. The contoured handle fits so smoothly in your hand, with some added confidence and heft thanks to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe European-inspired full-tang handle. Desert Ironwood is the seventh hardest wood in the world (bet you didn't know that?), and it’s as durable as it is gorgeous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is no slouch, either. Aogami Super is the king of knife steels—easy to sharpen, crazy sharp, and much easier to care for than other carbon steels. It is clad in softer stainless steel, so only the edge has to be kept dry to prevent rust. Whether this is your first knife or your fifteenth, it’s sure to be the crown jewel in your collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTakeshi Saji-san started learning to work the forge under his father in 1966 at the age of 16. At 30, he succeeded his master and is the third-generation blacksmith in his family. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven after several decades of practice, Saji-san continuously strives to forge a better blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe loves a challenge and is always looking for new technology and techniques to improve his work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Inspired by the profile of a traditional European chef knife, gyutos are a multi purpose knife with a slight meat cutting bias and “gyuto” even translates to “cow sword”. If you want one knife to do it all, This is it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe longer blade typically gives the blade a forward balance that allows it to work for you. While the blade would ideally by slid forward or back while cutting, they are also great for folks that prefer to 'rock' their knife while cutting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 210mm Gyuto is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea great larger knife for home cooks, or a standard size for professionals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masakage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5321138052,"sku":"MAZ210GY","price":636.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/zerogyuto210mm1-2.jpg?v=1759942864"},{"product_id":"masakage-zero-gyuto-240mm","title":"Masakage Zero Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Masakage Zero - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first thing that sold me on the Zero is how fantastic they feel when you pick them up. 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At 30, he succeeded his master and is the third-generation blacksmith in his family. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven after several decades of practice, Saji-san continuously strives to forge a better blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe loves a challenge and is always looking for new technology and techniques to improve his work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Inspired by the profile of a traditional European chef knife, gyutos are a multi purpose knife with a slight meat cutting bias and “gyuto” even translates to “cow sword”. If you want one knife to do it all, This is it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe longer blade typically gives the blade a forward balance that allows it to work for you. 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At 30, he succeeded his master and is the third-generation blacksmith in his family. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven after several decades of practice, Saji-san continuously strives to forge a better blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe loves a challenge and is always looking for new technology and techniques to improve his work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/strong\u003e Santoku means 'Three Virtues' or 'To solve Three Problems'. The three virtues are meat, fish and vegetables, or slicing, dicing and mincing depending on your interpretation. This means that the Santoku is an all-around knife, suitable for the amateur home cook and the professional chef alike. 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The added weight of the blade allow it to fall through food more easily while you chop, so the knife does more of the work for you! Masakage nakiris are made taller than the average nakiri so they last longer and work better for folks with large hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masakage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5517352836,"sku":"MAZ165NA","price":529.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/zeronakiri1.jpg?v=1670962917"},{"product_id":"masakage-zero-ko-bunka-130mm","title":"Masakage Zero Ko-Bunka 130mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Masakage Zero - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first thing that sold me on the Zero is how fantastic they feel when you pick them up. 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At 30, he succeeded his master and is the third-generation blacksmith in his family. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven after several decades of practice, Saji-san continuously strives to forge a better blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe loves a challenge and is always looking for new technology and techniques to improve his work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the shape\u003c\/strong\u003e - The 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. 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The contoured handle fits so smoothly in your hand, with some added confidence and heft thanks to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe European-inspired full-tang handle. Desert Ironwood is the seventh hardest wood in the world (bet you didn't know that?), and it’s as durable as it is gorgeous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is no slouch, either. Aogami Super is the king of knife steels—easy to sharpen, crazy sharp, and much easier to care for than other carbon steels. It is clad in softer stainless steel, so only the edge has to be kept dry to prevent rust. Whether this is your first knife or your fifteenth, it’s sure to be the crown jewel in your collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTakeshi Saji-san started learning to work the forge under his father in 1966 at the age of 16. At 30, he succeeded his master and is the third-generation blacksmith in his family. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven after several decades of practice, Saji-san continuously strives to forge a better blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe loves a challenge and is always looking for new technology and techniques to improve his work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eShallots, garlic, herbs, itty bitty diced onion and tomato, beef tartare… none can stand up to the small but mighty Kamagata. 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