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Hinokuni san is a 31-year-old blacksmith from Kumamoto prefecture who recently became independent after apprenticing for Nishida san (whose knives we also sell). The steel he uses is Shirogami #1. The sign of a good knife is the manner in which it is ground and you can see on the 4th photo the exquisite grind this blade has which makes for outstanding cutting action and ease of sharpening.
Shirogami (White) #1, a very pure carbon steel alloy, is almost identical to Blue #1 steel except for the absence of chromium and tungsten. Also known as Shiro-ko, this is a very popular steel for high-end Japanese cutlery, especially in Honyaki blades. These knives take an extremely fine edge and are easy to sharpen. It is very reactive so wiping down and drying should be done after every use.Maker: Hinokuni
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Edge Steel: Shirogami #1
Cladding: Iron
Finish: Kurouchi
Edge Grind: Even, Double Bevel
Handle: Cherry Oval
Ferrule: Black Plastic
Weight: 6.1 oz (174 g)
Blade Length: 215 mm
Total Length: 358 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 2.7 mm
Blade Height: 51.3 mm
Please note that we do not have a saya that will fit this knife--we recommend the felt blade guard instead
Shirogami (White) #1, a very pure carbon steel alloy, is almost identical to Blue #1 steel except for the absence of chromium and tungsten. Also known as Shiro-ko, this is a very popular steel for high-end Japanese cutlery, especially in Honyaki blades. These knives take an extremely fine edge and are easy to sharpen. It is very reactive so wiping down and drying should be done after every use.
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2 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Follow-Up, January 31, 2024Posted By: John Tucker
Just a quick follow-up on my previous review a year ago. Again - lots of options in the knife drawer for me to use, but I end up with this in my hand EVERY SINGLE NIGHT when I'm cooking and processing. It's still very much an 11 out of 10 and I hope this maker returns to CNTG ASAP. He makes amazing stuff.
Just a quick follow-up on my previous review a year ago. Again - lots of options in the knife drawer for me to use, but I end up with this in my hand EVERY SINGLE NIGHT when I'm cooking and processing. It's still very much an 11 out of 10 and I hope this maker returns to CNTG ASAP. He makes amazing stuff.
Unreal. Just - Unreal. Ridiculous bang for the buck.Posted By: John Tucker
2 people found this review helpful
I have bought a lot of knives from Mark and CNTG. Looking at my inbox I've got 26 order confirmations from him. A few of those are handles, but most are knives. So---that said.......
I process a lot of veggies every evening for pets and was wanting a lengthier Nakiri. I bought Hinokuni's 185mm and immediately fell in love with it. Knowing that, I wanted to try a more general purpose blade, so I bought this Santuku just to give it a whirl. I've had two evenings of preparing dinner with it and it is quite possible the single best general purpose knife I have ever used. Perfect belly (relatively flat). Tall blade height is very handy for food re-locating. The cladding he uses is just sexy to the touch. The knife is not a 'laser' - it has heft - but the edge out of the box on the blade just cuts like - well - butter. And the intangible is that the knife just feels really good to use and in the hand. Better than anything else in my collection. I have Shibatas and Gokos and Masakages and a host more blades...but I would put this knife at the top. And then the price. Wow wow wow. 11 out of 10.
2 people found this review helpful
I have bought a lot of knives from Mark and CNTG. Looking at my inbox I've got 26 order confirmations from him. A few of those are handles, but most are knives. So---that said.......
I process a lot of veggies every evening for pets and was wanting a lengthier Nakiri. I bought Hinokuni's 185mm and immediately fell in love with it. Knowing that, I wanted to try a more general purpose blade, so I bought this Santuku just to give it a whirl. I've had two evenings of preparing dinner with it and it is quite possible the single best general purpose knife I have ever used. Perfect belly (relatively flat). Tall blade height is very handy for food re-locating. The cladding he uses is just sexy to the touch. The knife is not a 'laser' - it has heft - but the edge out of the box on the blade just cuts like - well - butter. And the intangible is that the knife just feels really good to use and in the hand. Better than anything else in my collection. I have Shibatas and Gokos and Masakages and a host more blades...but I would put this knife at the top. And then the price. Wow wow wow. 11 out of 10.
