{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryusui-ao2-damascus-kiritsuke-240mm-blade-only","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryusui AO2 Damascus Kiritsuke 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 Kiritsuke\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 51\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3.10mm tapered to 1.70mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 131\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully hand-forged in Japan by Nigara Hamono and finished with the kind of detail that makes this piece feel instantly special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis blade carries that unmistakable Nigara presence: bold, refined, and built with a level of control that shows from the heel all the way to the tip. The exposed spine immediately sets it apart, revealing the forged construction in a way that feels raw, intentional, and rarely seen on a finished Japanese blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe spine itself is beautifully tapered, starting with a confident forged thickness near the heel before gradually thinning out toward the tip. That taper gives the knife a more balanced, responsive feel in hand, while still keeping that solid, high-end presence you expect from Nigara Hamono.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe finish is equally impressive. A blasted Nashiji texture gives the blade a soft, stone-like appearance with a slightly matte character, while the Damascus layering underneath adds depth, movement, and contrast. It’s not overly flashy, but the closer you look, the more the details start to show, subtle waves, forged texture, and that unmistakable handmade character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerformance-wise, the geometry follows the same philosophy: sturdy and controlled at the spine, then tapering down into a thin, precise edge that moves cleanly through product. It feels substantial without being clumsy, refined without feeling fragile, and visually striking without relying on gimmicks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not just another Damascus knife. It’s a forged Nigara Hamono piece with real character, exposed spine, tapered geometry, blasted Nashiji texture, and a finish that feels both modern and deeply traditional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"959\" data-start=\"683\"\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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ereach out\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51145372860649,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/Hatsukokoro_Ryusui_AO2_Damascus_Kiritsuke_240mm_Blade_Only_5.png?v=1780531796","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/fr\/products\/hatsukokoro-ryusui-ao2-damascus-kiritsuke-240mm-blade-only","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}