{"product_id":"shinka-custom-amboyna-pearl-ao2-kurouchi-nakiri-165mm","title":"Shinka Custom Amboyna \u0026 Pearl 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 51mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4.75mm tapered to 1.55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 154\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis custom Shinka is another unique build assembled in-house at Kakushin, bringing together a traditional Japanese blade with a handle that gives the entire piece a completely different personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this setup, we paired the blade with a custom handle made from Amboyna burl and shimmering pearl epoxy. The natural depth and movement of the burl contrast beautifully with the luminous epoxy, creating a handle that feels refined, warm, and highly distinctive without being overly loud. Its shield-style shape, rounded underneath and squared along the top, sits comfortably in the hand while adding a clean, elegant profile to the knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of this piece is the Shinka blade itself. Forged in Japan from Aogami Blue #2 carbon steel, it delivers that crisp, responsive cutting feel that carbon steel lovers look for. With a hardness of approximately 61 HRC, it offers a practical balance of edge retention, toughness, and ease of sharpening, making it a great choice for cooks who want strong performance without making the knife overly demanding to maintain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kurouchi finish gives the blade its darker, forged appearance, preserving the texture and character left from the blacksmithing process. It feels honest and traditional — a knife that shows its handmade nature clearly, with a rustic Japanese aesthetic that remains approachable and highly usable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade for us in Tosa, Japan, by a fourth-generation workshop with roots going back to 1920, the Shinka series reflects a long evolution from agricultural tools to carefully crafted kitchen knives. The geometry, taper, and balance are all built with real kitchen use in mind, giving the blade a smooth, confident feel through vegetables, proteins, and daily prep work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith this exclusive Amboyna burl and pearl epoxy handle, this particular Shinka becomes a true 1-of-1 custom piece. It blends tradition, comfort, performance, and individuality into a knife that is both highly functional and visually unforgettable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Assembled in Canada 🍁","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51318856351977,"sku":null,"price":460.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/Shinka_Custom_Amboyna_Pearl_AO2_Kurouchi_Nakiri_165mm.png?v=1782305681","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/shinka-custom-amboyna-pearl-ao2-kurouchi-nakiri-165mm","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}