{"product_id":"shinka-ao2-kurouchi-custom-green-mango-gyuto-210mm","title":"Shinka AO2 Kurouchi Custom Green Mango Gyuto 210mm","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 Kurouchi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 61HRC (+\/-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 Stabilized Mango Wood with Epoxy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 210\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 44mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~3mm tapered to ~2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 176\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto 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)))]\"\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 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\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular Japanese-forged Gyuto was sharpened, polished, and assembled here at Kakushin’s Knife Shop with a custom stabilized mango wood handle and epoxy ferrule, creating a true 1 of 1 configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shinka series carries the kind of character that immediately reminds you why traditionally forged Japanese knives continue to have such a strong following. Hand-forged in Japan from Aogami Blue #2 carbon steel and hardened to approximately 61 HRC (+\/-1), these knives are built around pure cutting performance: responsive on the stones, aggressive through food, and offering the lively edge feedback carbon steel enthusiasts appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kurouchi finish preserves the darker forged texture of the blade, giving each knife a raw and authentic appearance that reflects its handmade origins. Rather than hiding the forging process beneath an overly polished finish, the Shinka proudly keeps that character visible throughout the blade, giving it a distinctly traditional Tosa feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Shinka blade is forged specifically for our shop by a fourth-generation Japanese workshop whose roots date back to 1920. Over generations, their craft evolved from traditional toolmaking into refined kitchen knife production, with particular attention paid to geometry, taper, cutting efficiency, and overall balance. The result is a Gyuto that feels smooth, controlled, and natural in hand during both precise work and longer prep sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this particular build, we paired the blade with a custom stabilized mango wood handle featuring an epoxy ferrule. The stabilization brings added durability and depth to the natural grain of the mango wood, while the epoxy ferrule introduces a modern contrast that makes the handle completely unique. Combined with the traditional kurouchi blade, it creates a striking balance between old-world Japanese forging and contemporary custom craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 210mm, the Gyuto remains one of the most versatile formats in Japanese kitchen knives — large enough for proteins, larger vegetables, and volume prep, while still nimble enough for precise slicing and finer work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly distinctive 1 of 1 build combining traditional Japanese blacksmithing, Aogami Blue #2 performance, stabilized mango wood, and a custom epoxy ferrule — made for everyday use, serious performance, and collectors looking for something that cannot be duplicated.\u003cbr\u003e\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\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Assembled in Canada 🍁","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51633263378665,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/ShinkaCustom.png?v=1786105808","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/fr\/products\/shinka-ao2-kurouchi-custom-green-mango-gyuto-210mm","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}