The Ikkaku Donryu and the Kiyotsuna Japanese Knives are both manufactured by Shimizu Cutlery that has been based in Seki. The Seki is historically identified for the finest quality Katana swords; today, it makes some of the finest kitchen knives of the world. The Shimizu Cutlery combined the traditional methods with the modern technology to make and to make changes in the cutlery that is fit for its customers. The company offered the wide diversity of affordable knives to use for the home up to the professional kitchen. Kinds of Ikkaku Donryu Japanese Knives:
Ikkaku Molybdenum Donryu Kawahagi Knife in 150mm or 5.9" Blade and handle - This Ikkaku Donryu knife blade came in sharper than the Western-style knives which cost much even more. You will note the rough sharpening outlines on the blade, however, be aware that this has been done intentionally to create the sharpening easier. Kawahagi Knife - The Kawahagi knife has been referred to as the skinning knife that is best to use in removing the skin from the animals. Ikkaku Molybdenum Donryu Honesuki in 150mm or 5.9" Blade and handle – This Ikkaku Donryu knife blade has been sharper than the Western-style knives and cost higher. You will see that the rough sharpening outlines on the blade, however, be attentive that this has been completed intentionally to create the sharpening much easier. Honesuki Knife – This honesuki knife is the rust-resistant Japanese-style boning knives that are perfect for those cooks that are looking for the reasonably priced boning knives for daily use. CADDIESince 1957, this Caddie series by the Hokiyama had been the standard, basic and the most affordable knife that is perfect for home assistant. It has been named after the golf caddies in anticipations that it might offer reliable sustenance in the kitchen. Kinds of Caddie Knives:
Caddie Resistant Nakiri AUS-8 Stain 160mm (6.3") Blade and handle – since the Caddie series of Hokiyama had been afforded; the standard and basic knives became perfect for home utilization. This AUS-8 of a stainless steel kind is being used for all of the Caddy knives - Classic series. Together with the addition of the Molybdenum and Vanadium, its alloyed steel is able of attaining 60° HRc while still maintaining its’ very stable structure plus the better abrasion resistance, which means that the edge will even last longer than the many comparable knives. NAKIRI KNIFEThis is a double-bevel edged and this nakiri is traditionally utilized in the cutting of veggies such as usuba, but it has been intended more for those home cooks.
The Ajimisaku Perforated Gyuto in 205mm or 8.1" is a kind of Nakiri Knife.
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This series of knives is the recent addition to the JCK Original brand. The laminated knives appeared classic and simple, but the moment someone hold them within your hands in the first time; someone will just sense the vision and the passion with which they had been made. The blades are adorably hand polished to the shiny satin finish, with the blade spine where the choil are polished also for the best appearance and for the improved comfort. Its level of finish and fit are beyond anticipation for the cost point of the knives. This Blue Steel Hitachi Aogami No. 2 cores are sandwiched in between two sheets of the soft stainless steel. It means that you will enjoy of the exclusive sharpness and the edge retention, tender by the premium Japanese best carbon steel and the ease of maintenance and improved corrosion resistance offered by the stainless steel. Thus, these knives are recommended for first-timers of carbon steel knives. But, it’s important to remember that the small area of exposed blade, central may still rust or discolor. Consequently, do not leave your knife exposed to acids, salt, and water for any significant given time. This KAGAYAKI Clad Aogami No.2 Series of knives presents the classic design, of the comfortable black pakkawood grip, and the stainless steel bolsters to improved durability and have the best balance. The fine blade edge is hand sharpens on whetstones thru the expert Master Craftsmen, and is being to use straight from the box. It has 5 different sizes and types of blades available, which should conceal all of the essential cutting needs. Kagayaki Damascus VG-10 SeriesNot a very long ago, there has been stocked of the top-selling line of the Damascus Kitchen knives named as Hattori HD Series that has been made by Hattori. Ever since the founding of the Japanese knives, there have been the large numbers of selling beautiful Hattori HD knives and lots of the customers love the high quality and the beauty of these knives. But, around 3-4 years past, Hattori discontinued the making of Hattori HD Series knives because of limited production capacity. From there, it started the journey of finding the top quality ranges of Damascus knives that were the same well made, with expert craftsmanship and fine materials. Now, the end of searching is here, and it has been confidently introduced the latest range of Kagayaki Damascus VG-10 kitchen knives!
The beautifully mirror polished knife has that authentic patterned and sophistication of a Damascus blade (stainless) which has the VG-10 steel central. Its double bevel blade has been evenly ground on mutual sides (50/50), then, gives the excellent cutting performance – mainly when carrying out detailed, precise work. The vibrantly, light colored Mahogany handles had that pleasant wooden texture which seamlessly fit to the bolsters of stainless steel. And there has been the positive feedback about the new Kagayaki Damascus VG-10 Series, because the quality has been compared to the top selling line of the Hattori HD Damascus VG-10 knives. |
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