Sakai Takayuki S/S AUS8 Nakiri 180mmThe Takayuki S S line is probably the very first choice for those of you who is thinking of giving the famous Japanese kitchen knives a try. If you have been using the much thicker German knives forever, then the thinner Japanese knives will bring you into a whole new world. This line is also perfect for young chefs students apprentices with limited budget looking for performance. Utilizing the state of the art AUS8 steel, the knife is relatively hard

I am very greatful that I can introduce their products to you

People maybe happy with their razor sharp factory edge for a while

the polish job is insanely neat (no polyurethane) and use the best wood that I can get my hands to

The Beston 700 grit waterstone by Imanishi is a all time favouriate rough stone loved by many members at KKF (kitchenknifeforums

and not as screw driver

Syousin Suminagashi R2 Damascus 240mm Gyuto

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5mm  Blade Height at Heel

This is a 400 girt Atoma diamond plate made specifically for stone flattening

the Masamoto KS 3124 white 2 gyuto one of those knives that one should definitely give it a try

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