{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryusui-ao2-damascus-gyuto-240mm-blade-only","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryusui AO2 Damascus Gyuto 240mm (Blade Only)","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\u003eSteel Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eCarbon Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aogami Blue #2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blasted Nashiji Style with Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 62HRC (+\/-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e None ➛ \u003cspan style=\"color: #0066ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #0066ff;\" title=\"Choose yours\" href=\"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/collections\/handles-blanks\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChoose yours\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 240\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.90mm tapered to 2.20mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 135\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFew makers have a visual identity as recognizable as Nigara Hamono. With roots stretching back centuries in Aomori, Japan, their knives have become known for blending traditional forging techniques with finishes and details that stand apart from the crowd.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular piece captures that philosophy beautifully. The blasted Nashiji finish creates a subtle textured appearance that feels both refined and handcrafted, while the Damascus pattern beneath adds depth and movement throughout the blade. Depending on the light, the layers reveal themselves differently, giving the knife a character that continues to evolve every time it's picked up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat truly defines the feel of this knife, however, is its geometry. The spine maintains a healthy amount of forged thickness through much of the blade before gradually tapering toward the tip. Rather than creating an ultra-light laser feel, this approach leaves a touch more mass toward the front of the knife, resulting in a pleasant forward balance that many cooks find incredibly natural during longer prep sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat weight distribution gives the blade a confident presence on the board. It feels stable through dense vegetables, proteins, and larger ingredients, allowing the knife's momentum to do some of the work while still maintaining excellent control. Combined with the refined edge geometry, the result is a knife that cuts with authority without ever feeling heavy-handed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike many of Nigara's finest pieces, it strikes a balance between performance and visual appeal. Handmade, beautifully finished, and unmistakably forged, it's the kind of knife that feels just as rewarding to use as it is to admire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eKakushin can handle the blade-to-handle assembly for you at our shop. If you're new to the custom knife world and want to confirm the fit and sizing of a handle with a specific blade, feel free to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/pages\/contact-us\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ereach out\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51145379381481,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/HatsukokoroRyusuiAO2DamascusGyuto240mm_BladeOnly_2.png?v=1780530928","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/fr\/products\/hatsukokoro-ryusui-ao2-damascus-gyuto-240mm-blade-only","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}