Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane SKD Nashiji Honesuki 150mm Ebony HandleThe Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane SKD Nashiji Honesuki 150mm is a double bevel boning knife with an ebony octagonal handle, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts requiring precision poultry butchery. Made by Yoshikane Hamono in Sanjo, this blade features SKD semi stainless steel clad in stainless steel with a nashiji surface finish. The stiff, broad triangular profile measures 157mm at the edge and is designed for manoeuvring around bones,

An octagonal Black Chacate handle provides a durable grip with deep brown coloration and fine texture

Three interchangeable stainless steel blades for fine

the KS series represents traditional Japanese knifemaking established in 1866 and includes a protective saya

This sanmai construction pairs a workhorse grind with visual appeal

6mm spine thickness at the heel to create a substantial feel during extended prep work

effortless slicing without excessive downward pressure

displaying the ripple markings characteristic of Nigara’s original Anmon technique

though the hardness makes sharpening more involved

combined with Kurosaki's excellent cutting performance

I handled a couple of them that is taller than me (requires two persons to operate)

this knife pairs its steel performance with an octagonal WA handle crafted from a single piece of ebony wood

Crafted by Nobuo Hanaki in Toyama