{"product_id":"ginrei-silver3-nashiji-birch-epoxy-starter-pack","title":"Ginrei Silver3 Nashiji Birch \u0026 Epoxy Starter Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gyuto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~48\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~2.00\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~151g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ko-Santoku\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~38mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.00mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 83g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiri-Petty\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~30mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.00mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 73g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eStainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginsan Silver #3\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nashiji\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 61HRC (+\/-1)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stabilized Birch \u0026amp; Epoxy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ginrei 3-Piece Set brings together three of the most useful knife sizes in the series: the \u003cstrong\u003e210mm Gyuto, 150mm Ko-Santoku, and 125mm Kiri-Petty\u003c\/strong\u003e. Together, they cover everything from full meal prep to smaller precision work, giving you a compact but extremely capable Japanese knife setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the set is the \u003cstrong\u003e210mm Gyuto\u003c\/strong\u003e, the true all-purpose workhorse. It has the length for larger vegetables, proteins, and longer slicing motions while remaining light and agile enough for everyday prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e150mm Ko-Santoku\u003c\/strong\u003e fills the gap when you want something smaller and quicker in hand. Compact, balanced, and easy to control, it’s ideal for vegetables, herbs, smaller proteins, and everyday tasks where a full-size Gyuto feels unnecessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRounding out the trio is the \u003cstrong\u003e125mm Kiri-Petty\u003c\/strong\u003e, a precision-focused utility knife with a sharp Kiri-style tip. It’s perfect for fruit, trimming, detailed cuts, small vegetables, cleaning proteins, and all the little jobs where control matters more than blade length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three blades are forged in Japan using \u003cstrong\u003eGinsan (Silver Steel #3)\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of Mike’s favorite steels for both home cooks and professional kitchens. Ginsan hits an excellent balance between performance, practicality, and price. It sharpens easily, takes an exceptionally clean edge, holds it well, and remains very approachable when maintenance time comes around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s also fully stainless, giving you the convenience of modern stainless steel while retaining much of the sharpening feel and cutting character associated with quality carbon steels. For anyone who wants high-performance Japanese knives without constantly worrying about rust or patina, Ginsan is an excellent choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach knife uses a \u003cstrong\u003esan-mai construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the hard Ginsan cutting core protected by softer stainless outer layers. This adds toughness and stability while allowing the cutting edges to remain thin, precise, and efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blades are finished with a soft \u003cstrong\u003eNashiji texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the collection its understated Japanese look. The lightly textured surface helps hide fingerprints and small cosmetic marks while adding subtle character to each blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat really sets this version of the Ginrei Series apart is the matching \u003cstrong\u003estabilized birch and epoxy handles\u003c\/strong\u003e. Natural birch grain is combined with epoxy to create depth, contrast, and subtle variation throughout every handle. Because of the natural materials involved, no two sets will look exactly the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stabilization process improves the birch’s resistance to moisture and movement over time, while the epoxy adds durability and visual depth. The result is a modern handle that still feels natural and refined, giving the traditional Ginrei blades a completely different personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a trio, these three knives cover the vast majority of everyday kitchen work without unnecessary overlap. The Gyuto handles the larger jobs, the Ko-Santoku takes care of quick and compact prep, and the Kiri-Petty steps in when precision is the priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone looking to build a serious Japanese knife setup without buying a large collection, this Ginrei 3-Piece Set offers an exceptionally practical combination of sizes, easy-to-maintain Ginsan steel, and matching birch and epoxy handles that make every set unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51931379171561,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/GinreiSilver3NashijiBirch_EpoxyTrio.png?v=1790253951","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/fr\/products\/ginrei-silver3-nashiji-birch-epoxy-starter-pack","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}