Handpicked Signature 1K6 & AO2 3-Pcs Knife Set
SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Gyuto
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Ebony
Blade Length: 220mm
Heel Height: ~48mm
Spine Thickness: ~2.70mm (Tapered)
Weight: ~185g
Knife Style: Bread
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Blade Material: DSR-1K6
Blade Finish: Migaki
Blade Hardness: 58HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Serrated
Handle: Teak Wood with Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Blade Length: 240mm
Heel Height: 45mm
Spine Thickness: 2.40mm tapered to 1.50mm
Weight: ~134g
Knife Style: Paring
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Damascus Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Epoxy
Blade Length: 80mm
Weight: 78g
This Handpicked Signature Set was built around a simple idea: instead of choosing three knives from the same series just because they match, we selected three completely different blades that we believe work exceptionally well together.
At the center of the set is a hand-forged Aogami Blue #2 Kurouchi Gyuto, handling the vast majority of everyday prep—from vegetables and herbs to meat, fish and larger ingredients. We paired it with the Hatsukokoro 240mm Bread Knife, an incredibly practical stainless blade with excellent geometry and aggressive serrations for bread, pastries, tomatoes and larger fruits. Finally, the Kumokage 80mm Aogami Blue #2 Damascus Paring Knife takes care of the small, detailed work where precision and control matter most.
Together, the three knives cover an enormous range of kitchen tasks without unnecessary overlap.
The materials, finishes and makers are intentionally different. This isn't a factory-matched collection—it’s a set chosen blade by blade, based on performance, usefulness and value.
You get the versatility of a full-size Japanese Gyuto, the specialized cutting ability of a proper bread knife, and the control of a compact paring knife—all three bringing something genuinely useful to the kitchen.
Three different knives. Three different personalities. One carefully selected set.
◻️ Additional Information
Please note that colours, shading, and overall appearance may vary slightly between photos and the product you receive. Lighting, camera exposure, and reflections on materials like steel, epoxy, and wood can all create subtle differences.
Many of our items are handmade, which means each piece has its own character. Minor variations in pattern, texture, or finish are normal and part of the craft.
If you’d like to see additional photos or close-ups of any item, feel free to request them before or after placing your order—especially for one-of-a-kind pieces. We’re always happy to help you choose the perfect knife or handle.
◻️ Sharp Certified
Before our knives are shipped, each one undergoes a rigorous sharpness test to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality. Our BESS Certified sharpness scale will guarantee that your knives deliver the smoothest cuts.
This commitment to sharpness not only guarantees that you receive a product that's ready to perform at its best but also reflects our dedication to delivering excellence in every aspect of our field.
◻️ Shipping & Returns
Every product listed on our website is physically in stock at our shop and typically ships within 24 hours — giving us enough time for sharpening and proper packaging.
The only exceptions are custom knife assemblies or engraving, which may require 3-5 days before shipping. Everything is done in-house, so even with the extra steps, it’s still exceptionally fast.
Canadian orders can say goodbye to unexpected duties, additional customs fees and exchange rate fluctuations; all our prices are clear and upfront.
For international orders, we take care of providing the declarations documents on items from foreign countries.
We know choosing a knife online isn’t always easy. To make things stress-free, we offer a flexible 30-day Return Policy on regular-priced items. Take a look at our full policy for all the details!
◻️ Contact Us
We are at your service through email, social media, or even by phone, where you can have a direct conversation with one of our team members during our business hours.
Whether you require assistance with your existing product, have inquiries about a potential purchase, need more specific details, additional photos, or even a video to get a better sense of the product in a real human hand, we've got you covered.
Don't hesitate to get in touch.