Kaishin Gin3 Custom #7 Stabilized Kiritsuke 210mm

SPECIFICATIONS

Knife Style: Kiritsuke
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Blade Material: Ginsan Silver #3
Blade Finish: Nashiji
Blade Hardness: 61HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Red Epoxy Resin / Stabilized Wood
Blade Size: 210mm
Heel Height: 47mm
Spine Thickness: 2.00mm
Weight: 158g

Assembled at Kakushin's knife shop, the Sakon Ginga series by Hokiyama is designed with a slightly upright handle, making it more comfortable for taller users or those with lower countertops. Though the adjustment is subtle, it adds a unique advantage over standard models. Made in Japan, this blade combine the precision of Ginsan #3 Silver steel with the beauty of a Nashiji "pear skin" finish on 405 Stainless Steel Clad. Featuring a custom red resin and wood handle, they are hardened to 61 HRC—striking the perfect balance between edge retention and resilience. Thin behind the edge and ready for any task, these knives are as reliable as they are visually stunning.

Kiritsuke are known as a multipurpose traditional Japanese chef knife. A Kiritsuke is visually appealing due to its unique shape and extremely popular as a primary knife in any kitchen to cut meats, vegetables, fruits and many more. Several makers now produce double-bevel Kiritsukes, often called Kiritsuke Gyutos which are ideal for users who appreciate the striking aesthetics of the profile but need the added versatility and ease of sharpening of a double bevel grind.

Traditionally, these knives were only used by the Executive Chefs as a symbol of status.