{"product_id":"shinka-custom-amboyna-ao2-kurouchi-nakiri-165mm","title":"Shinka Custom Amboyna AO2 Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nakiri\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 Amboyna with Pearl Epoxy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 165\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~49mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4.60mm tapered to 1.45mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 164\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis one-of-a-kind Shinka has been custom assembled in-house at Kakushin and paired with a truly unique handle crafted from shimmering pearl epoxy and Amboyna burl. Featuring a shield-shaped profile with a rounded underside and squared upper section, it offers exceptional comfort in hand while maintaining a distinctive, elegant presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Shinka series is shaped by tradition, refined through generations, and brought forward with purpose. Forged in Japan from Aogami Blue #2 carbon steel, it delivers the kind of edge that feels immediate and alive on the board. Hardened to approximately 61 HRC (±1), it offers an excellent balance between edge retention, toughness, and ease of sharpening, making it a favourite among cooks who appreciate both performance and practicality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts dark kurouchi finish preserves the forged character of the blade, showcasing the marks and texture of the traditional blacksmithing process. The result is a knife with an authentic handmade Japanese aesthetic—raw, honest, and full of character—without venturing into inflated collector-level pricing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntirely hand-forged for our shop in Tosa, Japan, by a fourth-generation workshop whose roots trace back to 1920. What began with agricultural tools has evolved into a dedicated craft focused on kitchen knives, where geometry, distal taper, and balance are carefully considered at every stage. The result is a blade that glides effortlessly through ingredients while remaining versatile enough for daily kitchen tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined with this exclusive custom handle, this particular knife is truly a 1-of-1 piece—built for someone who appreciates both exceptional cutting performance and individuality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Assembled in Canada 🍁","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51134458429673,"sku":null,"price":440.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/shinka-custom-amboyna-ao2-kurouchi-nakiri-165mm-8124225.png?v=1780105326","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/shinka-custom-amboyna-ao2-kurouchi-nakiri-165mm","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}