{"title":"Collectors Selection","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe curated selection of kitchen knives found on this page are unique, one of a kind or very rare hand forged kitchen knives. This is art meets function or functional art and in some cases we would say living art as is the case with the high carbon blades like honyaki knives that produce natural patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany of the knives found in this section have been made specifically at our request and the artisans that produce them often only make one piece or a very small run. We are honored to have the opportunity to display functional art like this in our store and to be able to offer you, our customer the chance to own kitchen knives of this caliber.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"scheepers-built-sujihiki-240mm-denty-52100","title":"Sujihiki 240mm Denty 52100","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unique \"Denty\" CNC milled pattern, kurouchi finish and hand sanded, satin edge badge work to make this 52100 mono steel blade look amazing. Everything about this 240mm Sujihiki slicer from artisan maker duo\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLuke and Danae Scheepers screams luxury! Every edge is perfectly finished and smooth to touch. The spine and the choil have a matte kurouchi like finish that is smooth, but also gives a secure grippy feeling. The hand sanded satin edge band contrasts beautifully with the black kurouchi \"Denty\" finish, a truly beautiful piece of functional art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 52100 steel has been hardened to 62+ HRC and the edge feel beautifully sharp, this thing will cut like a champ. 52100 is a high carbon steel and will take a very nice edge and retention will be very decent. Everything about this profile screams slicer, those looking for a slicer - chopper will be a little disappointed, but slicing performance will be off the charts and that’s what a Sujihiki is designed for after all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith all the beautiful design work that has been put into the blade on this knife its easy to forget about the handle, but the Scheepers have not forgotten at all. The handle is a simple yet elegant black paper micarta handle with a hand milled brass bolster. The result is a beautiful and comfortable handle that get out of the way and allows the blades looks to really shine. The black paper micarta feels amazing in the hand and is a super durable material. The bespoke octagonal shaped handle has the angles in all the right places.\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh performance, perfect balance, and beautiful design. If you are looking for a\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"applewebdata:\/\/15962307-9736-4E3D-8737-D6CEF85A9D67\/%25%25GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%25%25\/sujihiki\/\"\u003esujihiki\u003c\/a\u003e this is one will not disappoint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ScheepersBuilt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894008918154,"sku":"MC-34-419","price":1038.53,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/ScheepersBuilt_Sujihiki_240mm_Denty_52100_brass_bolster_black_paper_micarta_-_Blade__91475.1626185458.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648504"},{"product_id":"scheepers-built-bunka-165mm-feathered-52100","title":"Bunka 165mm Feathered 52100","description":"\u003cp\u003eEach blade produced by ScheepersBuilt is hand forged and ground, precision hardened and finished. CNC technology is integrated into the process to add a unique aesthetic in the form of a tsuchimi like texture on the face of the blade. The result is a super high-performance blade with a totally unique ScheepersBuilt style. This blade has been given the a \"Feathered\" texture which accentuates the high performance \"S\" grind. The natural peened finish contrasts beautifully with the satin edge band to complete what the beautifully styled blade.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe handle is an asymmetrical octagonal wa handle in spalted mango with hand milled, anodised aluminium end cap and bolster. The angular bolster sits nicely in the hand and the anodised finish provides a confidence instilling grippy texture while using the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWell balanced, high performance grind, beautiful design and premium fit and finish. This is very nicely made knife and we are sure you will find it a pleasure to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ScheepersBuilt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894008983690,"sku":"MC-34-421","price":865.45,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/ScheepersBuilt_Bunka_165mm_Feathered_52100_burl_with_aluminium_end_caps_-_Blade__72038.1626095910.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648497"},{"product_id":"scheepers-built-petty-150mm-honyaki-w1","title":"Petty 150mm Honyaki W1 - Micarta and Brass","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA contemporary black paper micarta handle with hand milled brass bolster pairs beautifully with the stunning honyaki blade. Forged in W1 carbon steel and hand sanded to a satin finish this blade is yet another example of artisan duo\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLuke and Danae Scheepers incredible work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade features a K-tip and a user friendly 37mm blade height at the heel, which works hand in hand with the hexagon tapered handle to provide a lovely working experience. The Convex ground blade has been variably hardened at HRC 61+ providing a lovely sharp edge and cutting experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall a stunning, versatile knife with amazing performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ScheepersBuilt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894009016458,"sku":"MC-34-422","price":586.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/ScheepersBuilt_Petty_150mm_W2_Honyaki_brass_bolster_black_paper_micarta_-_Blade__96047.1626249213.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648485"},{"product_id":"scheepersbuilt-petty-150mm-honyaki-w1-karelian-birch","title":"Petty 150mm Honyaki W1 - Karelian Birch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA variably hardened mono steel blade in the honyaki style, this 150mm petty from artisan duo\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLuke and Danae Scheepers features a beautiful cloud like hamon extending out of the stunning Karelian birch octagonal wa handle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blade features a K-tip and a user friendly 37mm blade height at the heel, which works hand in hand with the octagonal tapered handle to provide a lovely working experience. The convex ground blade has been variably hardened at HRC 61+ providing a lovely sharp edge and cutting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe ScheepersBuilt team have outdone themselves with this lovely set of honyaki pettys in \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/scheepers-built-petty-150mm-honyaki-w1\/\"\u003eblack paper micarta\u003c\/a\u003e and Karelian birch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ScheepersBuilt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894009966730,"sku":"MC-34-423","price":586.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/ScheepersBuilt_Petty_150mm_W2_Honyaki_Karelian_Birch_-_Blade__83356.1626254863.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648480"},{"product_id":"isasmedjan-gyuto-240mm-honyaki-26c3-spicy-white","title":"Gyuto 240mm Honyaki 26c3 \"Spicy White\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn Isasmedjan Honyaki blade is certainly something special. Jonas Johnson sees Honyaki as the highest of artforms. His Honayki blades are simple and elegant with an absolute focus on traditional Japanese technique and absolute premium fit and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis blade features one of the most perfect Japanese Gyuto profiles I’ve seen. By “Gyuto” I mean to separate this knife from any of the Western chef knife profiles. It has the typical Gyuto flat section that gradually curves towards the tip. The blade has a lovely cutting action, very enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnlike a classic Sakai Honyaki, this blade has a significant distal taper and at only 1.8mm at the spine mid-point and as little as 1.3mm an inch before the tip I would place this blade in the laser territory when compared to other Honyaki blades.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUn-questionably some of the cleanest craftsmanship around. Perfectly rounded and polished spine and choil, no unsightly gaps where the tang inserts into the handle. Just a very clean piece of work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpeaking of the handle, WOW! It may be a simply Japanese Wa profile, but Jonas has really found some lovely materials for this one. A combination red exotic Amboyna burl and a deep blue turquois spacer make for a stunning combination. The faceting is perfect, and the glassy matte finish feels amazing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassic Honyaki wave hamon, perfect balance, fit and finish, beautiful handle materials and amazing cutting performance. This knife is firmly in heirloom territory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894010228874,"sku":"MC-38-449","price":1301.96,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_240mm_Honyaki_with_Stabilised_Amboyna_Burl_and_Turquoise_Wa_Handle_-_Blade_1__53253.1626419943.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648465"},{"product_id":"isasmedjan-gyuto-210mm-honyaki-26c3-spicy-white","title":"Gyuto 210mm Honyaki 26c3 \"Spicy White\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eSwedish blacksmith Jonas Johnson AKA Isasmedjan is developing a reputation as a maker of some of the best Honyaki blades outside of Japan. Although an Isasmedjan Honyaki will take a more Swedish character with regard to style, fit and finish, profile and cutting performance is equal with those found in Sakai.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis 210mm Gyuto from Jonas’s forge in the Isabackarna (Ice Hills) region of Swedan is stunning. Forged in 26c3 “spicy white” steel and hardened to a solid 64-65 HRC. The blade is nice and thin behind the edge, features a steady distal taper from 3.2mm down to 1.3mm and a Gyuto profile that feels very comfortable and provides a nice cutting action.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLike the larger 240mm Gyuto we received in this batch from Jonas, this knife features a custom octagonal wa handle in Amboyna burl and Turquoise truestone. Beautiful to behold and very comfortable in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFit and finish is next level on all of Jonas’s knives and this is no exception. A lovely Honyaki blade, if you feel that you can sense the temptation in my tone you are not mistaken. These are very nice knives, and they will make someone very happy!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894010261642,"sku":"MC-38-451","price":1060.66,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_210mm_Honyaki_with_Stabilised_Amboyna_Burl_and_Turquoise_Wa_Handle_-_Blade_4__22517.1626429374.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648457"},{"product_id":"adonis-forged-arts-gyuto-230mm-western-gyuto-o1","title":"Hephaestus series Gyuto 230mm \"Western Gyuto\" O1","description":"\u003cp\u003eA \"Western Gyuto\" 230mm with forged integral bolster from the \"Hephaestus series\" by French bladesmith \u003cspan\u003eAntoine Kniamen aka Adonis Forged Arts\u003c\/span\u003e. The profile is designed to embody the best features of the Japanese Gyuto and the European Chefs knife, hense the name \"Western Gyuto\". So, the flat section is slightly less, but still ample, than what you find on a tradition Gyuto and the curve of the blade is more subtle and flowing also. Its a unique and beautiful profile that will be fantastic in a variety of situations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt approximatly 260g its pretty heavy for a blade of its size, but when held in a pinch it feels beautifully balanced, nimble and much lighter than it actually is. The integral bolster has a very comfortable feel to it and heafty 4.6mm spine is very satisfying to holdbetween the fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIve mentioned the weight and the heafty spine, but let me assure you this blade has curves in all the right places. The geometry is high performance all round. The knife tapers along both axises at the spine and throught the body of the blade. The result is a laser like tip and blade edge that feels super sharp and cuts like a dream.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAntoine's blades always feature a very unique and classy, yet modern style and this knife is no exception. The blade features a stunning nickel foil \"Lightning Bolt\" that strikes throught the polished, coffee black finish. As mention the blade features a forged integral bolster, which extends back to an octagonal buckeye burl handle. A custom Adonis name plate completes the package in stunning form. A truly lovely piece from one of our most popular artisan blacksmiths.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adonis Forged Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015209610,"sku":"MC-20-452","price":2108.71,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_230mm_Lightning_Bolt_Integral_O1_-_Blade__13071.1632476032.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648323"},{"product_id":"karol-kary-gyuto-240mm-125sc-differential-textured-hamon","title":"Gyuto 240mm 125sc Honyaki Pitted Texture Hamon","description":"\u003cp\u003eKarol Karyś produces kitchen knives that emphasise the raw materials they are made from. His knives are a unique balance of natural and raw, yet highly polished. Inspired by brutalist architecture this Gyuto 240mm features a “Pitted” texture, which Karol likely discovered in the stonework of a building in his local city of Kraków, Poland.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis 240mm Gyuto features a differentially hardened (Honyaki) blade with a \"Pitted\" textured hamon. The result is a stunning array of contrasting textures and shades of grey and black. The profile on this knife is a very classic k-tip Gyuto shape, a long flat section with a gradual curve towards the tip. Pinch perfect balance and laser thin behind the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe handle is shaped in a beautiful piece of red dyed, stabilised maple burl and feels very comfortable to hold. As a student of industrial design, Karol sees ergonomics, function, and aesthetics as equals. All three of these elements must be perfect before he considers one of his knives complete. The handle is finished with uniquely textured bolster, in this case it’s a copper bolster with a combination of pitted and linear textures, the contrast between the two is eye catching and beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blend of reds, yellows, and browns on the handle with the copper bolster contrast beautifully with the blacks and greys of the “Pitted” honyaki blade. A beautiful piece from the young master from Poland. Very nice!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015242378,"sku":"MC-126-900","price":1203.07,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Karol_Kary_Gyuto_240mm_125sc_Honyaki_Pitted_Texture_Hamon_-_Blade__44904.1632752311.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648312"},{"product_id":"karol-kary-gyuto-220mm-125sc-differential-textured-hamon","title":"Gyuto 220mm 125sc Honyaki Linear Texture Hamon","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe linear texture on this Karol Karyś Gyuto 220mm was discovered on the streets of Kraków an example of Karol's passion for the brutalist design that is present in all of his knives. Focused on producing blades that emphasis the raw materials they are made from, Karol's knives are a unique balance of natural and raw, yet highly polished.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 220mm Gyuto features a differentially hardened (Honyaki) blade with a \"Linear\" textured hamon. The result is a stunning array of contrasting textures and shades of grey and black. Karol's Gyuto profile features an oversized honesuke style shape with a very large flat section extending from the heel about two thirds of the length of the blade before gradually curving up towards the tip. This profile will excel at chopping and slicing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade extends out of a bespoke black maple burl handle, which pairs perfectly with the raw textures of the blade. The handle is beautifully shaped and feels very comfortable to hold. It is obvious that Karol has not only considered the design from an aesthetic perspective, but also the ergonomics. Each Karol Karyś's handles is fitted with a uniquely textured bolster, in this case it’s a brass bolster with a pitted texture, reminiscent of raw concrete and another example of the brutalist design that inspires these knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStunning to behold the knife performs beautifully in every way. A very thin and perfectly convexed blade. Unique, brutalist inspired textures and premium fit and finish. If you have any doubts, let them go. This is a very high quality and beautiful knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015275146,"sku":"MC-126-901","price":1168.69,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Karol_Kary_Gyuto_220mm_125sc_Honyaki_Linear_Texture_Hamon_-_Blade_7__09250.1632754530.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648301"},{"product_id":"fredrik-spare-gyuto-220mm-honyaki","title":"Gyuto 220mm Honyaki 26c3 \"Spicy White\" with Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003eFredrik Spåre 220mm Honyaki blade forged in 26c3 \"Spicy White\" steel. If you’re not familiar with the steel, 26c3 is very similar to the Japanese white or shirogami steel, which is known for its purity. 26c3 has additional chromium alloy, which gives it slightly better corrosion resistance. It’s a very nice quality steel and perfect for forging Honyaki blades.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis blade is hard! 66HRC at the edge and it’s an absolute razor. The profile is a classic Gyuto shape, a decent flat section extends out of the heel of the blade and runs about 30% of its length before subtly curving towards the tip. The geometry is very precise. The spine tapers very consistently (3.5mm Heel, 2.5mm Mid, 1.2mm Tip) and the convex grind is super consistent beginning about 1cm from the spine and gently curving to the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe octagonal handle features perfect fit and finish and the hammer dented brass bolster is a beautiful touch. Masur birch pairs very nicely with the hand sanded satin finish on the blade. A very nice Honyaki blade, amazing value for a knife of its calibre.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fredrik Spåre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015340682,"sku":"MC-82-629","price":577.69,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Fredrik_Spre_Gyuto_220mm_Honyaki_26c3_Masur_Birch_-_Blade_9__39466.1632922694.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648290"},{"product_id":"fredrik-spare-gyuto-220mm-damascus-1-2419-15n20-bog-oak-with-saya","title":"Gyuto 220mm Damascus 1.2419 15n20 Bog Oak with Saya","description":"","brand":"Fredrik Spåre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015537290,"sku":"MC-82-630","price":660.21,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Fredrik_Spre_Gyuto_220mm_Damascus_1.2419_-_15n20_Slicey_-_Blade_4__13617.1633615679.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648272"},{"product_id":"copy-of-fredrik-spare-gyuto-220mm-damascus-1-2419-15n20-cocobolo-with-saya","title":"Gyuto 220mm Damascus 1.2419 15n20 Cocobolo with Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful and elegant combination of wood, brass, and handmade Damascus steel. Forged in Sweden by Fredrik Spåre, this full Damascus blade is forged in layers of 1.2419 and 15n20 steel resulting in rustic yet classy finish and a high-performance, razor-sharp edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a nimble, agile profile, which is perfect for slicing or pull cutting, dicing onions and other vegetables. The low-profile blade has just enough knuckle clearance to be comfortable, while also making the blade very easy to wield.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe beautiful Damascus blade is fitted with a stunning cocobolo octagonal handle, with dark red, black, and brown hues running throughout. A hand hammered brass bolster completes the package and the small dents that are present in the bolster and classy touch and a personal favourite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFredrik makes beautiful knives that feature great fit and finish, performance, and value. We are very happy to have these knives available on the site.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fredrik Spåre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015570058,"sku":"MC-82-631","price":660.21,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Fredrik_Spre_Gyuto_220mm_Damascus_Cocobolo_1.2419_-_15n20_Slicey_-_Blade__78955.1633614242.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648250"},{"product_id":"fredrik-spare-gyuto-220mm-2092-52100-nashiji-with-saya","title":"Gyuto 220mm 2092 (52100) Nashiji with Saya","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis might be one of the best value hand forged knives on the market right now, and the quality is up there with some of the much more expensive offering too. The Fredrik Spåre Gyuto 220mm mono steel blade is forged in\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2092 (52100) steel and hardened to around 62-63HRC.\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e It’s a great steel with very good edge retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade geometry is seriously good with a 2.5mm average spine thickness, precision convexing and a beautifully thin and sharp edge. The blade feels light and well balanced, and the cutting profile is nicely ground with an optimal 50mm flat and gradual flowing curve. The blade height of 53mm gives a comfortable amount of knuckle clearance. It’s a very nicely ground blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe overall style of the blade is elegant and classy without sacrificing ergonomics or performance. The octagonal walnut handle feels comfortable in the hand and the hand hammered brass bolster a lovely touch that sets the knife apart from other offerings. The blade also features a nice nashiji finish, which feels great when holding the knife in a pinch grip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife also comes with Saya making an already great value package even better. We are very excited to be offering Fredrik's knives at Modern Cooking and we are sure you are going to enjoy using them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fredrik Spåre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015602826,"sku":"MC-82-632","price":495.17,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Fredrik_Spre_Gyuto_220mm_52100_Walnut_-_Blade_7__70593.1633613625.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648233"},{"product_id":"kamon-knives-sujihiki-340mm-denty-kurouchi-1-2519","title":"Sujihiki 340mm Denty Kurouchi 1.2519 with Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnother beautiful piece of work from the Austrian master, Benjamin Kamon. This monster 340mm Sujihiki features Ben’s classic “Denty” hammered texture and Kurouchi finish. A flawless masterpiece with an incredibly precise, high-performance grind and profile. Tapering from 4.5mm to 2mm in less than 50mm the spine continues to taper all the way down to a mind blowing 1mm, 20mm before hitting what can only be described as a hair splitting 0.2mm needle tip. To consider that this level of precision is achieve on a blade of this size is incredible.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe profile features a satisfyingly tall 50mm blade height at the heel, which gives the blade a perfect slicing action. 340mm and balanced perfectly for a pinch grip, the knife feels nimble and light weight. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLike all Kamon knives this Suji features some amazing style. Apart from the edgy and cool “Denty” hammered texture and Kurouchi finish on the blade, the knife features an English green metallic resin handle with custom milled copper torpedo end caps. A truly tasteful and contemporary combination. The handle is a classic Kamon D-shape and feels ergonomic and comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis amazing piece from Benjamin Kamon also comes with one of his custom made Sayas to store and protect the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kamon Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015635594,"sku":"MC-33-480","price":2357.03,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Sujihiki_340mm_Denty_KU_1.2519_with_Saya_-_Blade_2__03395.1633963557.1280.1280_569a8a2c-96d3-4f3c-954f-c630b8484a3a.jpg?v=1754648214"},{"product_id":"lew-griffin-gyuto-240mm-52100-carbon-steel-s-grind","title":"Gyuto 240mm 52100 Carbon Steel - \"S\" Grind","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the profile on this blade from Lew Griffin knives exhibits sweeping curves, the geometry is aggressively tapered at the spine and features a laser thin edge and “S” grind. A favourite feature being the thicker, highly tapered spine above a laser thin edge, which gives the blade weight above the heel, a nimble laser tip and an absolute razor shape edge. The “S” grind works improve food release, a problem that you only notice on knives that don’t handle it well. This is not one of those knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough Lew describes this blade as a Gyuto, I would say it is much closer to a Chef’s knife. The profile has very little in the way of a flat section, which you would find on a typical Japanese Gyuto. I am not saying the profile is not good, on the contrary this is going to be an amazing profile for anyone who enjoys a push cut or rock chop action, and the “S” grind and razor thin edge makes this a great slicer also.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne element that is indisputable is the high quality of the fit and finish on this knife. Premium all the way with not a single rough edge or gap to be found. The Handle, a classic Lew Griffin, bespoke western made from a combination of Walnut burl, shed Deer Antler and Bog Oak. It’s just beautiful and one the best I have come across.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe black bog pairs very nicely with the forged black finish on the blade. This is overall a very nicely made knife with a classy design and thoughtful performance first blade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lew Griffin Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015701130,"sku":"MC-100-704","price":817.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Lew_Griffin_Gyuto_240mm_52100_Carbon_Steel_-_Blade_8__17548.1634134717.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648197"},{"product_id":"lew-griffin-gyuto-220mm-aeb-l-stainless-steel-s-grind","title":"Gyuto 220mm AEB-L Stainless Steel - \"S\" Grind","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLew Griffin Gyuto 220mm. A great combination of AEB-L steel, Bog Oak and Walnut burl. AEB-L is a Swedish stainless steel produced in \u003c\/span\u003eUddeholm that has great toughness, edge retention and a HRC at 62+ makes it comparable to SG2\/R2.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerformance comes first with any Lew Griffin knife and the “S” grind is almost a trademark feature of his. Measuring the blade thickness 10mm behind the edge reveals a super thin 0.9mm and with an average spine thickness in the region of 2mm this blade can only be described as a high-performance laser.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blade profile feels more in line with a European chef’s knife than a gyuto, with a more bellied and curved edge and virtually no flat section. If you are a rock chopper, you will love this knife. There is even a little bit a heel curve that give the knife a bit of a rock back action. This profile will also perform admirably when slicing. The profile also has a substantial height to it, which is always welcome in my book.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompleting the knife is a very nicely finished bespoke western grip made from Walnut burl and Bog Oak. The handle has a very nice ergonomic feel to it, with zero rough edges and some lovely faceting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnique, beautifully crafted, and thoughtfully designed. A very nice knife forged in a high quality stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lew Griffin Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015733898,"sku":"MC-100-705","price":701.22,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Lew_Griffin_Gyuto_220mm_AEB-L_Stainless_Steel_-_Blade_2__82700.1634140020.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648187"},{"product_id":"isasmedjan-sujihiki-270mm-wrought-iron-clad-birchbark-handle","title":"Sujihiki 270mm Wrought Iron Clad - Birch Bark Handle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"efm92\" data-offset-key=\"bph28-0-0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"bph28-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"bph28-0-0\"\u003eIn the spring Jonas Johnsson heads out to his local forest to harvest Birch bark for his Rokkaku Hanmaru handles. He then must dry the bark over several months before he can begin crafting his handles from it. He could buy pre-made blocks but collecting his own allows him to pick and choose the pieces as he glues the different red, brown, and yellow hued layers together. It also adds an authentic and personal touch to his work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"efm92\" data-offset-key=\"ei43o-0-0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"ei43o-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"ei43o-0-0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"efm92\" data-offset-key=\"191nh-0-0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"191nh-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"191nh-0-0\"\u003eThe result is an array of contrasting layers and a beautifully original handle to accompany his hand forged blades. Each Birch bark handle is finished with a set of stainless endcaps, fastened with a brass threaded rivet. Little details like peening, hammer marks, left in the end caps are a classy touch on what is already a unique and stylish handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"efm92\" data-offset-key=\"9q1s-0-0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"9q1s-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9q1s-0-0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"efm92\" data-offset-key=\"9c9rh-0-0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"9c9rh-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9c9rh-0-0\"\u003eExtending from this amazing piece of craftsmanship is an equally beautiful hand forged 270mm wrought iron clad Sujihiki with a 26c3 carbon steel core. Jonas gives his San mai blades loads of contrast making for a very stylish look. The rustic wrought iron cladding, which is full of inclusions, is finished with a smooth matte, satin polish. Finally, the core steel has a forced patina, which creates another layer of contrast in the black edge band.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"efm92\" data-offset-key=\"dg0to-0-0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"dg0to-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"dg0to-0-0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"efm92\" data-offset-key=\"c89ua-0-0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"c89ua-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"c89ua-0-0\"\u003eThe quality of the blade also shines through in its cutting performance. A razor-sharp and thin edge and an average blade thickness that sits around 2mm makes for a very enjoyable slicing experience. A classy piece of work from Jonas “Isasmedjan” Johnsson.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015766666,"sku":"MC-38-514","price":1125.73,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Isasmedjan_Sujihiki_270mm_wrought_iron_clad_Birchbark_handle_-_Blade__75051.1634214784.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648176"},{"product_id":"isasmedjan-gyuto-240mm-26c3-dammy-clad-full-tang-integral-handle-with-saya","title":"Gyuto 240mm 26c3 Dammy Clad - Full Tang Integral Handle with Saya","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"9gkjd-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"ce2ea-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"ce2ea-0-0\"\u003eThis one is something special, Damascus clad 26c3 core with a forged integral, full tang handle. Perfectly balance for a pinch, the integral handle is very comfortable in the hand and although the knife has a very rustic hand finished look, there are no rough edges.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"ce2ea-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"6dbqk-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"6dbqk-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"6dbqk-0-0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"anvpa-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"anvpa-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"anvpa-0-0\"\u003eAt 323g the knife has a good amount of heft to it and naturally the geometry is more in line with a workhorse than a laser. A little thicker at the spine than a typical Isasmedjan Honyaki or San Mai, but still relatively thin behind the edge. A good cutter with a confident weight and a nice, tapered spine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"anvpa-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"anvpa-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"2iiuj-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"2iiuj-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"2iiuj-0-0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"6jppu-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"6jppu-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"6jppu-0-0\"\u003eThe profile has a flat section extending about 30% the length of the blade before developing into a very subtle curve. The handle is angled down giving the knife a very powerful downstroke and taking advantage of that chunky spine thickness above the heel. Its a unique profile that is considerate of the tapered spine and allowing the user to take advantage of both the heavier, thicker heel and more tapered thinner tip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"abmj1-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"abmj1-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"abmj1-0-0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"84r25-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"84r25-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"84r25-0-0\"\u003eThe stabilised amboyna handles feels very comfortable, smooth, and luxurious. The brass pins are a nice touch that allows the beautiful amboyna burl to really shine. Completing the package is a stunning Saya carved from an amazing piece of Amboyna burl, full of rich red, black and brown hues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"84r25-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"84r25-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"e4d89-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"e4d89-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"e4d89-0-0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"bofap\" data-offset-key=\"7fmk5-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"7fmk5-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"7fmk5-0-0\"\u003eStyling wise the handle and saya are a nice pairing with the stunning Damascus cladding and black, forced patina on the blade. Overall, a design that feels timeless and full of character. A true heirloom piece from our Swedish friend Jonas Johnsson.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894016454794,"sku":"MC-38-515","price":1950.69,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_240mm_26c3_Dammy_Clad_Full_Tang_Integral_Handle_with_Saya_-_Blade__70318.1634210678.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648162"},{"product_id":"isasmedjan-gyuto-230mm-honyaki-26c3-spicy-white","title":"Gyuto 230mm Honyaki 26c3 \"Spicy White\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn Isasmedjan Honyaki blade is certainly something special. Jonas Johnson sees Honyaki as the highest of artforms. His Honayki blades are simple and elegant with an absolute focus on traditional Japanese technique and absolute premium fit and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis blade features one of the most perfect Japanese Gyuto profiles I’ve seen. By “Gyuto” I mean to separate this knife from any of the Western chef knife profiles. It has the typical Gyuto flat section that gradually curves towards the tip. The blade has a lovely cutting action, very enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnlike a classic Sakai Honyaki, this blade has a significant distal taper and at only 1.8mm at the spine mid-point and as little as 1.3mm an inch before the tip I would place this blade in the laser territory when compared to other Honyaki blades.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUn-questionably some of the cleanest craftsmanship around. Perfectly rounded and polished spine and choil, no unsightly gaps where the tang inserts into the handle. Just a very clean piece of work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpeaking of the handle, WOW! It may be a simply Japanese Wa profile, but Jonas has really found some lovely materials for this one. A combination of Amboyna burl and a deep blue turquois spacer make for a stunning combination. The faceting is perfect, and the glassy matte finish feels amazing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassic Honyaki wave hamon, perfect balance, fit and finish, beautiful handle materials and amazing cutting performance. This knife is firmly in heirloom territory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894016618634,"sku":"MC-38-449-1","price":1247.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Isasmedjan_Gyuto_230mm_Honyaki_with_Stabilised_Amboyna_Burl_and_Turquoise_Wa_Handle_-_Blade_37__94372.1638384451.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648145"},{"product_id":"isasmedjan-gyuto-240mm-honyaki-26c3-spicy-white-full-tang-integral","title":"Gyuto 240mm Honyaki 26c3 Full Tang Integral","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIsasmedjan Gyuto 240mm Honyaki with full tang, integral, Tasmanian Blackwood handle. a stunning piece forged in 26c3 carbon steel. Isasmedjan Honayki blades are simple and elegant with an absolute focus on traditional Japanese technique and premium fit and finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade smith Jonas Johnsson has a unique style that both emphasises the natural beauty of the materials, while also focussing on performance. The blade features a very classic Gyuto profile with a decent flat section. A nice thin, tapered spine and perfectly convexed blade making for a very high-performance cutter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNicely weighted and perfectly balanced, this is easily one of the nicest Honyaki knives we have come across. A little sad to have to sell it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894016749706,"sku":"MC-38-516","price":1680.68,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_240mm_Honyaki_with_Integral_Full_Tang_Tasmanian_Blackwood_Handle_-_Blade_10__32899.1634816700.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648134"},{"product_id":"radiona-breg-gyuto-250mm-1-2562-kasumi-san-mai-the-beast","title":"Gyuto 250mm 1.2562 Kasumi San Mai \"The Beast\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is an absolute beast of a blade, 250mm by 65mm. Workhorse, workhorse, workhorse! At the centre, a rock-solid core of 1.2562 carbon steel hardened to 64HRC. A beautiful steel with great edge retention, sharpen-ability, and a stunningly sharp and bighting edge.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe photos don’t really do it justice, Tomislav gives his knives one of the most comfortable and elegantly facetted handles around and although it may not look like it, the stepped integral handle is actually very comfortable to hold and a classy look on such a beast of a blade. \u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eOn this blade it’s a beautiful, stabilised, walnut burl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis monster has curves! The geometry and balance are perfect! It’s not easy to see, but the knife features a through tang, finishing at the end of the handle in a perfectly flushed steel end cap. A highly tapered spine makes for a versatile cutting action and the huge blade height means that although the spine is quite thick, the bevels are quite thin behind the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blade is finished in a contrasting cobination of forge finish and kasumi polish. An amazing piece from one of our favourite bladesmiths.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Radiona Breg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894016848010,"sku":"MC-35-501","price":1031.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Radiona_Breg_Gyuto_250mm_1.2562_San_Mai_Kasumi_Walnut_Burl_-_Blade__47166.1635505193.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648099"},{"product_id":"martin-huber-gyuto-240mm-100cr6-integral","title":"Gyuto 240mm 100Cr6 Integral","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartin Huber Gyuto 240mm with a forged integral handle, screw fastened hidden tang construction and a mono steel (100Cr6) blade. The blade features a highly polished, forged finish up near the spine, which provides a lovely textured surface to pinch. Below, the face has been satin polished with visible, but consistent sanding lines diagonally reaching down towards the edge of the blade. It’s a beautiful effect that pairs perfectly with the cement like texture of the forged finish at the spine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen it comes to geometry, this blade features some aggressive lines. A relatively thick, but tapered spine and a needle like K-tip make for a versatile blade that I would consider a nimble workhorse. The edge profile is very much a classic Japanese Gyuto. A nicely convexed blade with a thin, sharp edge and robust, yet tapered spine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s just aesthetics, but Martin has given this blade a pair of 45-degree facets along the spine that look very cool. 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Firstly, is its association with the origins of Damascus steel. The truth is that nobody really knows where Damascus steel came from or how it was originally produced. Today when we refer to Damascus, we are most commonly referring to pattern wielded steel, the layered steel produced by wielding various soft and hard steels together.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWootz steel refers to crucible steel. It is made by melting a combination of elements in a crucible to form a small ingot of high carbon steel that is then forged and thermal cycled in a specific manner that leads to highly refined carbide bands that produce the final pattern when the steel is etched.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe high carbon content and the refined carbides can produce extremely tough steels that take very fine edges. The problem is that in most cases it is truly difficult to know the final content of a crucible steel and it is possible that the carbon content is much lower than often predicted.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJezz at Oblivion Blades has each of his ingots tested to know precisely how much of each element is contained within. This blade contains a very reasonable 1.6C 0.4W 0.35Cr, it’s a very decent piece of Wootz.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSo, with the technical stuff out of the way, a little about the blade itself.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirstly, for a Nakiri you might see the angled handle as a little unorthodox, but the angle is perfectly suited to the profile of the blade which tapers towards the nose of the knife. In use this geometry actually relieves tension in the wrist, and I believe would reduce fatigue over time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you know the origins of the Nakiri, it was first developed as an easy-to-use vegetable knife, mainly for the home. 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If you are not familiar with Jezz’s professional history, let me just say that he is uniquely suited to knife making.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJezz has experience as a professional chef and as a machinist, welder and fabricator. A lethal combination when it comes to knife making.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis 240mm Gyuto is forged in 120 alternating layers of 1084 \u0026amp; 15n20 and features some very nice curves. The blade is on the lighter side where weight is concerned, but its no laser. You could only describe it as that perfect balance between workhorse and laser. Nice and thin behind the edge, reasonably thick at the spine above the heel, but tapered to a needle point at the tip. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs I pointed out already, the profile is a unique one. In terms of the cutting experience there is a nice flat section before that aggressive angle towards the tip. It’s a very enjoyable, functional cutting action. 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This time we have another beautiful 230mm Honyaki blade with a very laser grind and a stunning Bog Oak, Carbonfibre and German silver handle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis blade features Jonas's classic Gyuto profile, which is provides for a lovely cutting experience. The laser grind slides through produce very comfortably and feels lovely against the board.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnlike a classic Sakai Honyaki, this blade has a significant distal taper and at only 1.9mm at the spine mid-point and as little as 1mm an inch before the tip. Nicely convexed for those who worry about food release, a very clean grind all the way through.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUn-questionably some of the cleanest craftsmanship around. Perfectly rounded and polished spine and choil, no unsightly gaps where the tang inserts into the handle. Just a very clean piece of work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs mentioned the handle features a very classy Bog Oak, carbonfibre and German silver combination, which is finished with Jonas's typical high standard of fit and finish. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassic Honyaki wave hamon, perfect balance, fit and finish, beautiful handle materials and amazing cutting performance. As is always the case with Jonas's work I find myself attached to this one and I am sure it will make some lucky cook very happy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894020452490,"sku":"MC-38-449-1-1","price":1247.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_230mm_Honyaki_26c3_Bog_Oak_Carbonfibre_and_Silver_-_Blade__59197.1639744057.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647814"},{"product_id":"radiona-breg-gyuto-225mm-1-2562-honyaki-african-blackwood-and-almond-handle","title":"Gyuto 225mm 1.2562 Honyaki African Blackwood and Almond Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eTomislav has a deep respect for traditional craftsmanship, but he is also a very creative individual with a passion for unique design. 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I am not saying this knife won’t come in handy in the kitchen, but I am thinking it’s a great little utility slicer for the kitchen and table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade features a perfect convex grind, satisfying balance and weight, and an incredibly sharp, 1.2842, cutting edge. This little slicer glides through produce very nicely. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is also very striking with the eye-catching nickel lightning bolt cutting between the layers of 1.2842 premium German tool steel. The forced, black, patina and brute de forge provide colour and textural contrast, an aesthetic that is maintained for the premium, western style grip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA combination of black and white G10 and carbon fibre make for a very classy and robust pairing with the electrifying looks of the blade. 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A pure example of forging skill, coupled with performance first design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimalist, yet complete, the result in this case is a perfectly clean finish that highlights just how talented Benjamin Kamon really is. The clean finish is representative of Benjamin’s skill in forging. Through the various stages of drifting out the handle and final shaping must be flawless for a bladesmith to produce such a clean finish. This truly is a masterpiece in the most literal sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife features Benjamin’s iconic Gyuto edge profile, which is fairly flat with a very gradual and subtle curve towards an extremely thin, needle like tip. The profile is triangular and in use the handle is angled such that the tip of the blade is tilted slightly down. As you stand over a board in a classic cutting stance its perfect. A thoughtful, ergonomic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Walkschliff grind, coupled with an extremely thin and light blade feels amazing on the board. Imagine a surgical, laser like blade with a workhorse like stability. The walkschliff bulge in the middle of the blade provides you with stability and reduced stickage, but tappers off for the last 80mm developing into a slightly flexible laser like tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenjamin has tempered the blade a little around the pinch point. The coloured tempered steel is a little more corrosion resistant and it looks damn cool!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like to read more about the challenges in producing a forged integral like this one and the Walkschliff grind check out our magazine article \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moderncooking.com\/blogs\/magazine\/forged-punched-drifted-kamon-knives-mono-steel-integral-the-walkschliff-grind\"\u003eForged, Punched \u0026amp; Drifted - Kamon Knives mono steel integral \u0026amp; the walkschliff grind \u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kamon Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894022156426,"sku":"MC-33-481","price":2970.38,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Mono_Integral_Clean_Gyuto_260_Forged_Punched_and_Drifted_Western_-_Blade_4__20720.1645783900.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647543"},{"product_id":"isasmedjan-gyuto-240mm-full-kasumi-integral-birchbark-brass","title":"Gyuto 240mm Full Kasumi Integral Birchbark \u0026 Brass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome bladesmiths emphasise a focus on technical details, some are all about clean lines, others like to focus on technical geometry. While Jonas is certainly always focussed on performance, his work is all about heart and soul. Consider this, the knife featured here has taken approximately a year to produce. Starting in spring 2021 Jonas would have walked out into the local forests surrounding his forge and harvested the Birchbark used in the handle of this knife. He had to store and dry the bark over the summer and artfully select each layer of the handle you see pictured here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, that’s only the beginning for a knife like this. Forged San Mai, the steel used for this blade has been pressed together, a sandwich of wrought iron and premium German tool steel forged welded together and then beaten, steel on steel, heat by heat, into the rough shape of a blade. The integral bolster willed into shape with the strike of the hammer. Grinding refines the overall shape of the blade before hours of work on whetstones polishing to produce the Kasumi (mist) finish. That’s a lot of love!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Isasmedjan knife will grow on you. Rustic certainly doesn’t mean rough, fit and finish is superb. Rather than using the word rustic to describe these knives it would be better to say that they are full of character, charming, with endearing style and class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs described, this knife features a full Kasumi polish, wrought iron cladding and a very tough, HRC 64+, 1.2419.05 steel core. The handle is a hand harvested birchbark, Rokaku Hanmaru, forged integral with a wrought iron endplate and brass pin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe profile is Jonas’s classic santoku tipped Gyuto with a decent flat section that gradually settles into a curve towards the tip. The santoku tip gives the knife rigidity, this is not a flexible blade. Stable, satisfyingly weighted, and well balanced. We are not talking workhorse grind though, the knife features a thin, sub 2mm average blade thickness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall, a pleasure to work with on the cutting board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetween the beautiful birchbark handle and forged integral bolster, the satiny smooth kasumi polish and the artfully crafted performance profile and grind it’s hard to describe this piece as anything short of functional art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894022189194,"sku":"MC-38-517","price":1629.98,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_240mm_Full_Kasumi_Integral_Birchbark_Brass_No.1_-_Blade_1__86743.1645800333.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647522"},{"product_id":"isasmedjan-gyuto-240mm-gyuto-250mm-150mm-wrought-iron-clad-kasumi-san-mai-set","title":"Gyuto 250mm \u0026 150mm Wrought Iron Clad Kasumi San Mai Set","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion--description\" class=\"accordion-content is-open\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn isasmedjan Gyuto and Petty set, both blades feature Jonas Johnsson’s classic santoku tipped profile with aggressive distal tapering and beautifully thin convex edge geometry. Lovely weight and balance tie the package together, making for a set that is simply a pleasure to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rough looking wrought iron cladding filled with black inclusions has been polished smooth and as it meets the core steel the satin Kasumi polish provides a beautiful contrast. The combination of textures across the wrought iron makes for a beautiful finish and in time the 1.2519 German tool steel will form a beautiful patina providing another contrasting element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handles, made from a combination of beautiful Tasmanian blackwood, moose antler and mammoth ivory, are the perfect pairing for this ultimate set from Jonas Johnsson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894022221962,"sku":"MC-38-518","price":2475.67,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Isasmedjan_Gyuto_250mm_and_Petty_150mm_Set_with_Blackwood_Reindeer_Ferrule_and_Mammoth_Ivory_Spacer_-_Handle_10__51341.1646134788.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647501"},{"product_id":"made-by-kary-gyuto-215mm-125sc-honyaki-linear-texture-hamon-ukraine-auction","title":"Gyuto 215mm 125sc Honyaki Linear Texture Hamon - Ukraine Fundraising Auction","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Karol Karyś Gyuto was aucitoned off on our \u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Ca2CpY8toGo\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\"\u003eInstagram account\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e to raise money for children who have been harmed or displaced as a result of the conflict in the Ukraine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe linear texture on this Karol Karyś Gyuto 215mm was discovered on the streets of Kraków an example of Karol's passion for the brutalist design that is present in all of his knives. This piece has been produced by Karol to raise money to support Ukrainian children who have been affected or harmed as a result of the war in the Ukraine. All proceeds from the sale of this knife will be donated to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/voices.org.ua\/en\/\"\u003eVoices of Children Charitable Foundation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 215mm Gyuto features a differentially hardened (Honyaki) blade with a \"Linear\" textured hamon. The result is a stunning array of contrasting textures and shades of grey and black. Karol's Gyuto profile features an oversized honesuke style shape with a very large flat section extending from the heel about two thirds of the length of the blade before gradually curving up towards the tip. This profile will excel at chopping and slicing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade extends out of a bespoke burgundy and forest green dyed and stabilised maple handle, which is paired with a uniquely textured bolster, in this case it’s a brass bolster with a pitted texture, reminiscent of raw concrete and another example of the brutalist design that inspires these knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStunning to behold, the knife performs beautifully in every way. A very thin and perfectly convexed blade. Highly polished and perfectly finished. An undeniably beautiful knife for an undeniably good cause. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894022582410,"sku":"MC-126-902","price":9820.94,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_210mm_125sc_Ukrain_-_Blade_3__89422.1647080493.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647447"},{"product_id":"martin-huber-gyuto-240mm-petty-100mm-x-mosaic-damascus-set","title":"Gyuto 240mm \u0026 Petty 100mm \"X\" Mosaic Damascus Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of the best San Mai blades around are forged in Martin Huber’s shop, but Martin has a taste for producing Mosaic Damascus as well. Forging mosaic Damascus, like honyaki, is a process wrought with potential frustration. The Damascus billet itself is a time-consuming process and when you consider that after several days work creating that billet, it must then be forged into a blade, which can, like all knives, fail at the heat treat stage. For this reason, you can imagine that knives like these are a rarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis set combines some of our favourite elements. Let’s start with that lovely mosaic crosscut “X” pattern with its tight detailed array of flowing lines giving the steel a mesmerising aesthetic. The repetitious process of forging layers of 1.2842, 75Ni8, and C100 then cutting and re-stacking the steel over and over in a precise way results in each cross within the pattern representing 100 or so layers of steel, the two knives in this set have a total 18,000 layers according to Martin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe profile featured here is Martin’s classy K-Tip. At the edge, it’s a very elegant curve from almost straight out of the heel. You have a 20% flat, followed by a soft, subtle curve up to the tip. The spine does feature a distal taper, but it’s fairly moderate with 3.89mm gradually tapering down to 1.47mm before hitting a needle like tip. Speaking of the tip, this is where the classy comes in, this is not an aggressive K-Tip, there is subtle curve to the tip giving the knife a fairly ridged over feel at the business end of the knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoving back to the handle, this knife features a Modern Cooking favourite tapered Rokaku Hanmaru in Australian Ringed Gidgee and black micarta. It’s a stunning piece with dark brown, red and yellow hues traversing the handle in a ring like pattern. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall, a very classy and timeless pair of premium knives in a magnificent mosaic Damascus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martin Huber","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894022615178,"sku":"MC-103-760","price":3299.51,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_240mm_Petty_105mm_Set_X_Mosaic_Damascus_-_Blade_1__01086.1646833443.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647436"},{"product_id":"isasmedjan-gyuto-230mm-honyaki-26c3-black-ash-turquoise","title":"Gyuto 230mm Honyaki 26c3 Black Ash \u0026 Turquoise","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJonas Johnsson is a house favourite here at Modern Cooking. He is easily one of the most dedicated craftsmen we have come across. Each blade demonstrates a step towards perfection. This is especially true of his Honyaki blades which are a specialty and a passion for him.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere at Modern Cooking we see a lot of Jonas’s work and while the fit and finish on standard elements like the handle fit, smoothly ground spine and choil, balance and overall styling are essentially perfect, it’s the geometry that stands out. This is the area that seems to be constantly pushing the limits of perfection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very high performance walkschliff, convex grind is key to the performance of this blade. The classic Gyuto profile with its super thin edge, quality flats and curves and the laser thin tapered spine result in \u003c\/span\u003ea high level of stability with an extremely thin and finely ground, razor sharp cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack ash burl full of beautiful golden cats eyes, a blend of dark grey, deep blacks and even a small burgundy note, paired with a rich turquoise truestone spacer make up the classic octagonal wa handle on this blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother stunning work of function art from the forge of Honyaki Master Jonas Johnsson.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894023598218,"sku":"MC-38-519","price":1247.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_230mm_Honyaki_26c3_Black_Ash_Turquoise_-_Blade__15515.1646920909.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647423"},{"product_id":"scheepersbuilt-gyuto-220mm-full-carbon-suminagashi-damascus","title":"Gyuto 220mm Full Carbon Suminagashi Damascus","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA stunning one of a kind piece from Australian knife making duo Luke and Danae Scheepers. This is a Gyuto 220mm with a full carbon suminagashi construction. The core is forged in Vtoku2, hardened to approximately 62+ HRC, and clad in a beautiful full carbon Damascus. This bad boy is going to transform with age into something very special, an absolute patina magnet!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen it come to the handle its a tasteful dyed and stabilised maple octagonal handle in blue and red hues. The colours pair beautifully with the dark Damascus and as the blade begins to patina this pairing will only become more beautiful. Typically, thoughtful designers, but the Scheepers have really nailed it on this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuke Scheepers has a solid understanding when it comes to blade performance, often giving the blades technical grinds, like the \"S\" grind that is often found on his bunka's. On this blade it’s a symmetrical convex and it is beautifully thin behind the edge. This will be a lovely knife to work with and something special to behold especially as it ages. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ScheepersBuilt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894023630986,"sku":"MC-34-417","price":1347.27,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_220mm_Full_Carbon_Suminagashi_Damascus_-_Blade__99682.1647427712.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647408"},{"product_id":"martin-huber-santoku-180mm-silverline-1-2842","title":"Santoku 180mm Silverline 1.2842","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarbon, nickel, carbon, black forced patina, and a striking, silvery lightning bolt. This high contrast, performance ground piece of steel extends from a beautiful, ergonomic, tapered rokaku hanmaru grip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBut I digress, the blade features a recognizable, Huber santoku profile. Along the edge you get a substantial flat section that extends about half the length of the blade before taking a more aggressive turn towards the tip. The profile feels fantastic as a chopper and perfect for push cutting. A stiff spine with consistent thickness gives the knife stability. The 1.2842 German tool steel is akin to O2, and it takes a fantastic edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGetting back to the handle, stabilised poplar burl. Tastefully dyed with dark grey, brown, black and red hues. 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A rigid and stable spine, with very little tapering completes the profile. The blade has a confident feel about in on the board with a satisfying weight and a beautifully sharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMartin Huber always uses the most premium of materials in his knives, from his house made steels to the beautiful, stabilised woods he uses in his handles. This blade features a stabilised poplar and bog oak handle with a G10 spacer. A black and gold fiery beauty! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMartin makes a range of handle profiles, but we tend to request his tapered rokkaku hanmaru. 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This is about a creative hunger, an unyielding desire to put something beautiful and unique out into the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis 210mm Gyuto is 100% heirloom. Mahogany and brass accompany a beautiful mosaic Damascus blade that can only be described as perfection. I know, I know gushy! Honestly though there is little to nothing you could fault on this piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSo, let’s talk about the details. The mosaic is a tightly layered, yet minimalist pattern forged from 1.2067 German tool steel and 75ni8. Extending from the forged integral handle is a very classy profile with subtle curves, considered flats and a pointed tip. Bringing it all together the blade features a finally tuned convex grind extending the first half of the 52mm blade height with a consistent distal taper from 2.9mm down to a precision ground tip at fractions of a millimetre. Balanced to perfection, precisely on the integral pinch point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe fit and finish on all Tomislav’s work is phenomenal he is a master craftsman, transitioning from metal fabrication to carpentry with easy. As an enthusiast, to behold such work is awe inspiring and every time a new piece passes through, we are blown away by the subtle, yet thoughtful details. The saya is friction fit and has a custom shaped slot perfectly designed for the integral handle, the joinery is seamless and the angular shape of the saya pairs perfectly with Tomislav’s unique hexagonal handle design. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA beautiful piece of work from Tomislav aka Radion Breg. 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This Gyuto, Nakiri, and Petty set complete with Piotr the Bear wall magnet is the ultimate kitchen knife starter kit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt the heart of the set is a versatile 265mm Gyuto with a sleek and classy profile with a rigid tapered spine. At the edge the knife is about 25% flat, with a lovely belly that ends in a tight curve before the tip. The blade feels very comfortable on the board with a satisfying weight and balance. The profile lends itself well to push\/pull cuts and will rock comfortably for those rock choppers. Balanced for a pinch grip, equilibrium can be found at the “Dobbler Made” mark. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn addition to the Gyuto is a 130mm Nakiri vegetable knife. The profile, paying homage to its Usuba heritage, is very flat with a slight curve just before the end of the blade. At 130mm the blade feels nimble and agile, comfortable working with produce in hand or on the board. The edge is super thin and feels razor sharp perfect for detailed vegetable prep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRounding out the set is a 100mm Petty. Next to the Gyuto its one of the most versatile prep knives and makes for a perfect addition to this set. A pointed profile with a similar profile to the Gyuto is found here. It’s a great little knife for hand work and detailed trimming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe blades are all forged in AEB-L stainless steel, a very quality steel with great edge retention and hardness (64HRC). The blades are all hollow ground to varying degrees, the Gyuto for example is a very subtly hollow ground, while the Petty and the Nakiri are more pronounced as suited to their individual purposes. This hollow ground geometry give the blades a very sharp edge and great performance with regard to slicing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe handles are made from a combination of \u003c\/span\u003eArizona Ironwood, imitation ivory and patinated brass. The combination is stunning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFit and finish on these blades is of the highest standard and when paired with the ultra-premium 30cm Piotr the Bear wall mounted kitchen knife magnet in American Walnut you have the ultimate kitchen knife set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJim Dobbler Gyuto 265mm AEB-l Wabi Sabi Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJim Dobbler Nakiri 130mm AEB-l Wabi Sabi Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJim Dobbler Petty 100mm AEB-l Wabi Sabi Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiotr the Bear 30cm \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewall mounted kitchen knife magnet American Walnut\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jim Dobbler","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40979468025994,"sku":"MC-90-656","price":2639.27,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/WabiSabiKitchenSet-Gyuto3.jpg?v=1754647294"},{"product_id":"cleaver-185mm-x-90mm-silverline-1-2842-san-mai","title":"Cleaver 185mm x 90mm Silverline 1.2842 San Mai","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA blade full of hidden beauty. Taking a closer look at the steel and you notice beautiful grain structure, like flowing lines and water droplets. Almost ironically the hefty cleaver (420g) features so much subtle beauty and delicacy. Setting aside the beautiful grain structure of the steel, blade has a lovely thin and razor-sharp edge, a beautifully soft blue\/grey stabilised handle and a super precise balance that suits the cutting style used on the Chinese cleaver to perfection.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePerhaps contrary to popular believe the Chinese cleaver is typically wielded with a push cut action that is delivered from the shoulder and elbow with a straight or locked wrist, rather than an up and down chopping action from the wrist. The edge geometry on this blade is perfectly suited, flat yet angled towards the spine with a subtle increase in angle towards the end of the blade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe blade features a subtle distal taper from 2.78mm down to 1.74mm at the spine, slightly thicker in the middle of the blade allowing for a more aggressive convex geometry. The overall feel of the blade on the board is very satisfying, an absolute pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCompleting the blade is a Rokkaku Hanmaru handle in \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esoft blue\/grey stabilised curly maple with a custom milled stainless bolster. The handle is super comfortable in the hand and the fit and finish is absolutely 100%.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martin Huber","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40989719167114,"sku":"MHC185SL","price":1384.75,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Cleaver185mmx90mmSilverlineStainlessBolster-Blade2.jpg?v=1754647280"},{"product_id":"gyuto-240mm-wrought-iron-san-mai-integral-birchbark-brass","title":"Gyuto 240mm Wrought Iron San Mai Integral Birchbark \u0026 Brass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA full Kasumi polish wrought iron cladding and a very tough, HRC 64+, 1.2419.05 steel core. The handle is a hand harvested birchbark, Rokaku Hanmaru with forged integral, wrought iron endplate and brass pin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe profile is Jonas’s classic santoku tipped Gyuto with a decent flat section that gradually settles into a curve towards the tip. The santoku tip gives the knife rigidity, this is not a flexible blade. Stable, satisfyingly weighted, and well balanced. We are not talking workhorse grind though, the knife features a thin, sub 2mm average blade thickness.\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall, a pleasure to work with on the cutting board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetween the beautiful birchbark handle and forged integral bolster, the satiny smooth kasumi polish and the artfully crafted performance profile and grind it’s hard to describe this piece as anything short of functional art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40991010717834,"sku":"MC-38-520","price":1629.98,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto240mmFullKasumiIntegralBirchbark_BrassNo.2-Profile1.jpg?v=1754647261"},{"product_id":"kamon-knives-x-dark-sigil-workshop-gyuto-230mm","title":"Kamon Knives X Dark Sigil Workshop Gyuto 230mm (Auction 29\/04\/2022)","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA masterpiece created by two of Austria’s most talented craftspeople.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA classic black etched Kamon 230mm Gyuto with hand hammered pyramid texture. Forged in high carbon tungsten alloyed tool steel 1.2519. The carbon steel is heat treated to 65HRC with a very fine edge and features beautiful alloy banding, aggressive distal tapering, and precision grinding, which give this blade an incredible cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReaching back to the highly facetted and ergonomic, removable (takedown) handle we have a set of bold, highly tapered and patinated bronze torpedo endcaps with incredibly detailed engravings by Philipp Mann of @darksigilworkshop. American Scroll, an ornamental design derived from the curves of a loosely rolled parchment scroll has been deliberately used to compliment the curves of Benjamin Kamon’s incredible mounted torpedo endcaps. The rear endcap also features a single leaf border pattern to emphasise the transition into the facetted grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis beautiful scrollwork is a traditional decorative engraving and has been used for centuries on firearms, edged tools, jewellery, silverware, armour, and heraldic insignia. The beautifully engraved, bronze endcaps, and a stunning piece of stabilised masur birch with deep red, orange, black and brown hues complete what can only be described as an heirloom piece from these two amazing craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIncluded with the knife is one of Mr Kamon’s unique protective Saya’s \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kamon Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41086727356554,"sku":"KKXDSW230","price":7169.29,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/KamonKnivesXDarkSigilWorkshopGyuto230mm-Blade1.jpg?v=1754647183"},{"product_id":"martin-huber-nakiri-185mm-silverline-1-2842","title":"Nakiri 185mm Silverline 1.2842","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA striking, silvery nickel lightning bolt runs through two layers of high carbon tool steel 1.2842. This high contrast, performance ground piece of steel extends from a beautiful, ergonomic, tapered rokaku hanmaru grip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe blade features a relatively long 185mm Nakiri profile. A long flat edge with a slight curve before the nose. The profile feels fantastic as a chopper and perfect for push cutting. A stiff spine with consistent thickness gives the knife stability. The 1.2842 German tool steel is akin to O2, and it takes a fantastic edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGetting back to the handle, stabilised plane, which has a unique pattern consisting of hair black and beige grain lines. Tastefully paired with carbon fibre and G10 to complete a very nice piece from Martin Huber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martin Huber","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41087578046602,"sku":"MC-103-761","price":1252.18,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Nakiri185mm1-2842Silverline-Blade2.jpg?v=1754647158"},{"product_id":"cleaver-225mm-x-105mm-honyaki-s-grind-birchbark-stainless","title":"Cleaver 225mm X 105mm Honyaki \"S\" Grind Birchbark \u0026 Stainless","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eForging cleavers, particularly Chinese cleavers is a huge challenge. With such a large piece of metal the potential for warping is quite high. Often the bladesmith will have to spend time to straighten and flatten the blade. With Honyaki, which are also inherently challenging to forge, this is even more challenging. So, suffice it to say that for Jonas to produce a clever of this size with such a thin, flat, and straight blade is very impressive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEqually impressive is the geometry of the blade which features a very thin, high performance “S” grind and incredible distal taper. Being a cleaver, the profile is predominantly flat, but does feature a slight curve towards the nose giving the knife some rock-ability. At around 425g the knife is also relatively light weight, yet substantial and satisfying in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTurning to the looks and what an amazing job Jonas has done. The birchbark Rokkaku Hanmaru handle has become a signature feature of Jonas’s work and for the first time Jonas has paired this blade with a custom, friction fit saya with beautiful birchbark inlays to match the handle. There is something about the rustic beauty of the birchbark that feels so right when paired with Jonas’s incredible honyaki blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall, this is a stunning piece of work from Jonas Johnsson aka isasmedjan. The blade feels incredible in the hand and on the board, an amazing heirloom piece from our Swedish Honyaki master.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isasmedjan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43397932056841,"sku":"MC-38-521","price":2350.42,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Cleaver225x105_S_grindHonyakiwithBirchBarkhandleandmatchingSaya-Blade1.jpg?v=1754647037"},{"product_id":"petty-175mm-24-layer-damascus-poplar-burl-carbon-g10","title":"Petty 175mm 24 Layer Damascus Poplar Burl, Carbon \u0026 G10","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA vibrant and contemporary styled 175mm petty\/utility knife from bladesmith Martin Huber. The blade is forged from in-house made 24-layer Damascus steel, a combination of \u003c\/span\u003e1.2842, 75Ni8 and C100. The result is a very premium steel, suitably hard for a tough edge and featuring a beautiful, high contrast wave pattern. At the spine the blade features a small amount of brute de forge, giving the steel a nice textured feel at the pinch point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA k-tip profiled knife with a stiff, relatively consistent spine thickness and a classic petty edge profile. A 42mm blade height for a decent amount of knuckle clearance makes this a very versatile and nimble little blade, at home in the kitchen or at the table next to a block of hard cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMartin’s signature tapered Rokkaku Hanmaru handle feels great in the hand with the facetted shoulders giving the user a perfectly indexing point to pivot the blade for detail work. The handle is shaped from a vibrant stabilised piece of popular burl, which is paired with carbon fibre spacer and G10 bolster for a unique contemporary look. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martin Huber","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43398420431113,"sku":"MCMHP175","price":784.88,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Petty175mm24layerDamascus-Blade5.jpg?v=1754647010"}],"url":"https:\/\/moderncooking.com\/en-hk\/collections\/collectors-selection.oembed?page=3","provider":"moderncooking.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}