{"product_id":"sakai-jikko-ginsan-silver-3-steel-kiritsuke-k-tip-petty-knife-11cm","title":"Sakai Jikko \"Ginsan\" Silver 3 Steel Kiritsuke (K-tip) Petty Knife (11cm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Sakai Jikko\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"230\" width=\"230\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/14241017_1767178060203534_563914941_a.jpg?v=1507386576\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"220\" width=\"329\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/jikko_showroom-min.jpg?v=1506221450\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSakai Jikko is Kaz's signature knife brand. Established in 1901, Jikko has more than 100 years of technology of Japanese knife making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir products are preferred by a number of professional chefs because of its superior sharpness and durability. To date, Jikko has made hundreds of thousands of knives and is widely trusted brand in Japan.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKiritsuke Knives - Fusion of traditional Japanese and Western Knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade of Kiritsuke knives has a different shape to normal Western knives. It is angular shape around the tip and straight line on the spine. This design is originated from rectangular Usuba knives and pointed Yanagiba Knives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith having both advantages of wide blade Usuba and pointed tip Yanagiba, this hybrid knife works as multi-purpose knife. Besides, by having the angular shape it has a sharper tip, good for some meticulous tasks using a tip.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKiritsuke knives has become popular because of its traditional looks and functional aspects. It is double bevel blade and has the same cutting pattern as normal Western knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rEutKMpBl9k\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Kaz recommends Ginsan knives (his review)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"CToWUd a6T\" width=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/ci6.googleusercontent.com\/proxy\/u3Xfr1w7DmHBQzb7B79cPNxx7nGSCRS9TfINvAMjNgAB5xTZNv_yuSnD0ZYGPKYpPnYtLqEvdxE6TKigo75oKWTsC2-xH_xJXJ-TmeNhNbspeQL-b0wt9vB8f3wcfiHWtpHagTqMsv_51wjQTDEphSPUpw--egk0804N5lq0=s0-d-e1-ft?width=700#https:\/\/gallery.mailchimp.com\/e411477cfd2d63b06f8bbc66d\/images\/7b3d3a29-bf2b-4333-a341-fa240ec2120a.jpeg\" height=\"225\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"I have tried all knives at Kaz’s, both cutting in the kitchen and sharpening on a whetstone. I found all of them are joy to use. However, this Ginsan Kiritsuke is special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst of all, it is very comfortable to use. The one I use (Gyuto 23cm) has lovely weight and easy grip that makes my prep really easy. The sharpness exceeds my VG10 Damascus Gyuto and it’s got ultimate sharpness after #12000 whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI think this level of sharpness is not achieved by VG10 steel but Ginsanko (silver-3 steel). According to the specification of Ginsanko, it contains Carbon 1.05%, Chromium 13%, Manganese 0.8%, Rockwell Hardness 59-62HRC. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrankly, Ginsan knives got very similar hardness and sharpness to Carbon steel knives. It is the best stainless knife I’ve ever used!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn fact, Ginsan knives are widely used by professional Japanese cuisine chefs in Japan. If you are looking at the superlative sharpness in a stainless chef’s knife, this is absolutely the choice. Try one!\"\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is \"Ginsan\" Silver-3 Steel Petty Knives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetty knife “Ginsan” series utilises Rust resistant Silver-3 Steel. (Ginsan is translated as Gin=Silver, San=Three) This model’s sharpness is comparable to carbon steel knives and is strong to rust. It’s suited for those who prefer knives with great sharpness as well as effortless maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"296\" width=\"395\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/Ginsan_Kiritsuke_petty_1.jpg?v=1526603534\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg height=\"302\" width=\"403\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/Ginsan_Kiritsuke_gyuto_4.jpg?v=1526538346\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout \"Ginsan\" Silver-3 Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh grade material ”Ginsan” is originated from Yasuki Hagane commercialised by Hitachi Metals,Ltd. This over 1000 year-traditional ironmaking method is called Tatara, which refines iron sand into Tamahagane (mostly used in sword blades).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese days, “Ginsan” is commonly used in high grade cutlery products and preferred by a number of professional chefs. It contains more than 12% of Chromium that makes superb sharpness and durability. It is comparable to some high grade carbon steels such as Blue steel and white steel but far more rust resistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"302\" width=\"403\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/Ginsan_Kiritsuke_gyuto_3.jpg?v=1526538174\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlade: Ginsan, Silver-3 Steel \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e(\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estainless, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e70:30 bevel, suited for right handed)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e・Silver 3 Steel (Gin-san)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpness　★★\u003cspan\u003e★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (4\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness\/durability　★★\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☆ (4\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge retention  ★★★★☆ (4\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEase of sharpening　\u003cspan\u003e★★★★☆ (4\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRust resistance　\u003cspan\u003e★★★★★ (5\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured by Hitachi Metals,Ltd. Contains Carbon 1.05%, Chromium 13%, Manganese 0.8%, Rockwell Hardness 59-62 HRC. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighest quality stainless steel with similar characteristics to carbon steel. Made from very pure, fine particle components. Ensures best performance among other stainless steel knives.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"30\" width=\"365\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType of Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHRC reference (the higher, the better in sharpness, edge retention and longer lifetime)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice reference for general chef's knife 21cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver-3\/Ginsan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$$$ ($300-500)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUX10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$$ ($200-300)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVG10 and VG1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$ ($100-200)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandle: Plywood with Bolster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlywood handle is mostly used in professional chef knives. It is easy grip and reduces fatigue when holding long hours. Bolster shuts out water coming inside which causes damage on the handle. It also gives good weight balance of blade and handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"293\" width=\"391\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/products\/Ginsan_Kiritsuke_set_3.jpg?v=1526604260\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach knife comes with an individual knife box, which is good for a storage when not used and is presentable for gift purposes. Use of knife sheath is recommended only when you take the knife outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the knives are pre-sharpened to the optimal result. They are ready for the first cut! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKnife for a Good Cause - We donate $2 for every knife sold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6JHrRC7LuMg?si=gZJxcSluvw-dd9yV\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour knife will save someone's life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe started a corporate partnership with \u003cstrong\u003eCancer Council Victoria\u003c\/strong\u003e in July 2024. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy purchasing knives from us, you will automatically participate in this campaign as we collect $2 from the sales of every knife product. Say if you purchase 2 knives, we donate $4 on behalf of you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information, visit https:\/\/kazsknifeonline.com.au\/pages\/knife-for-a-good-cause\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKaz's Knife \"No worries, Minor-Issue Warranty\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xpX_DcwSzks\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving been used for a while, even good knives can get chipped and rusty as seen in the above video, but don't worry! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the minor issues can be fixed by sharpening on a #400-#1000 whetstone. We have tutorial videos for you to learn how to use whetstone. However, it might seem a bit hard work to get it done by yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaz's knife is offering \"Minor-issue warranty\" which covers small chips and rust on the knives you purchased from us. You can always contact us when you feel your knife became dull, chipped, rusty, etc. We fix those minor issues and send the sharpened knife back to you, mostly \u003cspan\u003efor free of charge!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(depending on how much work is required, also you bear the postage for sending the knife to us)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e(*) Please be advised, we do not warrant major issues caused by misuses such as dropped, cutting bones or frozen food, putting too much force into hard materials, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship products from Melbourne with Australia Post. Delivery for stocked items takes 1-4 business days depending on your location. Please allow extra 2-3 business days for an international delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree shipping applies above $250 orders. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThree merits to have good, quality kitchen knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Better sharpness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproving the cut quality of the kitchen knife, we can promise that \"your cooking will be more delicious\", \"your cooking time will be reduced\", and \"cooking will be more fun\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. It is easy to re-sharpen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince quality kitchen knives do not have distortion, sharpening will become easier. Just as important as the cut quality of a kitchen knife is that it is easy to sharpen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. It retains its sharpness for longer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you use quality kitchen knives, you can extend the intervals between when you need to re-sharpen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMessage from Kaz and Harry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"308\" width=\"308\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/kaz_and_harry.jpg?v=1507389013\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Good knife will change your life\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe best shortcut to improving your cooking is to change to a good sharp kitchen knife.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the knife cuts well, the ingredients will taste delicious. And a delicious dish puts a smile on the face of the people who eat it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe want you to make life itself more fun by changing your kitchen knife. Let us guide you to choose the good knife to change your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sakai Jikko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45111856791618,"sku":"esy1788021246583","price":96.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/1801\/9650\/files\/sakai-jikko-ginsan-silver-3-steel-kiritsuke-k-tip-petty-knife-11cm_1.jpg?v=1788021251","url":"https:\/\/www.mistyorchard.shop\/products\/sakai-jikko-ginsan-silver-3-steel-kiritsuke-k-tip-petty-knife-11cm","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}