{"product_id":"fleur-de-lys-26c3-tsuchime-kiritsuke-215mm-blade-only","title":"Fleur de Lys 26C3 Tsuchime Kiritsuke 215mm (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 (Gyuto)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 26C3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tsuchime Hamon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHRC (+\/-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 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNone ➛ \u003cspan style=\"color: #0066ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/collections\/handles-blanks\" title=\"Choose yours\" style=\"color: #0066ff;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChoose yours\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 215\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 54mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3.40mm tapered to 1.50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 130\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKakushin × Noah Vachon × Jérémie Yelle Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e represents a meeting of two worlds—Japanese-inspired blade geometry and traditional Québec craftsmanship. Designed and forged in Québec, Canada, these blades were created for enthusiasts who appreciate the aesthetics and cutting performance of Japanese kitchen knives while supporting local makers pushing the craft forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e26C3 high-carbon steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and heat treated to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e62 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, every blade is built to deliver exceptional edge performance, impressive ease of sharpening, and the crisp cutting feel that has made 26C3 one of the most respected modern carbon steels among bladesmiths. Along the blade, a subtle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehamon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e reveals the differential hardening process, while a light \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etsuchime\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e finish near the spine adds texture without distracting from the clean, refined look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach blade is forged with a beautifully \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edistal tapered spine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the thickness to progressively decrease toward the tip for improved balance, agility, and cutting precision. The spine and choil are carefully polished for comfort, giving the blade a smooth, refined feel in hand before it even receives its handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblade-only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, every piece is intentionally left ready for the final stage of its journey: pairing it with the handle of your choice. Whether you prefer stabilized wood, traditional wa handles, or something entirely unique, these blades become the foundation for a knife that is truly your own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore than simply inspired by Japanese knives, this collection embraces the philosophy behind them—thin geometry, precise forging, elegant tapers, and purposeful performance—while proudly carrying the identity of Québec craftsmanship. It's a collaboration that bridges continents without imitation, combining Canadian forging with Japanese influence to create something entirely its own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach blade is individually forged, ground, heat treated, and finished by hand. As with all handmade carbon steel knives, slight variations in finish, hammer marks, hamon activity, and overall appearance are not imperfections, but a reflection of the craftsman's work and the unique character of every blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"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 style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ereach out\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Made in Canada 🍁","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51502566965481,"sku":null,"price":580.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/FleurdeLys26C3TsuchimeKiritsuke215mm_BladeOnly.png?v=1783634284","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/fleur-de-lys-26c3-tsuchime-kiritsuke-215mm-blade-only","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}