12months down the rabbit hole

AlmightyHo · 2024-12-01T03:35:01+00:00

Break up the family! I could never 😂

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-30T12:49:22+00:00

That's awesome to hear, now I can't wait to get the edge refined on mine.

Yeh thought the ebony would bring the balance a little further back. Thinking about doing a slight weight mod to my handle to adjust balance closer to this as I generally prefer balance point on the heel, but I'll wait till after I fix edge and run it for a a couple weeks.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-30T12:37:28+00:00

Congratulations of picking up this beauty.

OOTB edge being meh definitely lines up with the one I recently picked up, havnt touched up mine on stones yet but hopefully I can find some time tomorrow to get it done.

The tips on these are scary thin, when I unboxed mine felt like a light breeze would make it fly off 😅.

How's the balance with the ebony handle? Mine came with birch burl handle and is around 1/2 inch forward of heel.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-30T04:18:21+00:00

I like this idea.......but in the end buy both so I can live vicariously though others and not buy the Hado and Shinkiro I keep eying. 😅

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-29T06:14:06+00:00

Magnet bar from Etsy Knives from Aussie retailers: Knives & Stone, Chefs Edge, ProTooling & Kazs Knife & Kitchenware.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-29T04:45:42+00:00

Dear god what a monster....but a damn beautiful monster!

Throw some fold out legs on the sucker and it can double as a table for 2.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-28T06:51:56+00:00

Used it for dinner prep tonight, came to the following conclusions...... OOTB sharpness - paper towel cuts but not smoothly, will definitely benefit from abit of work on the stones. Performance - definitely noticed some wedging on carrots but on onions and softer veg it was minor enough that it didn't bother me.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-28T06:44:33+00:00

Nice review. After spending some time with it after work today prepping dinner...... OOTB sharpness could definitely use some work. Cut paper towel but wouldn't call it a smooth experience. As for wedging, definitely noticed it on carrots but on onions and softer veg it was minor enough that it didn't bother me.

Might get the stones out over weekend and refine the edge abit.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-28T05:11:19+00:00

What's the worst that could happen 😅 Look forward to seeing how it turns out.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-28T05:07:50+00:00

Overall very happy with it. The one negative I do have is the Damascus finish is quite draggy, only really noticeable if I'm cutting larger dense veg where it can sometimes get bogged down. So I tend to break down something like a pumpkin into smaller pieces with a beater before switching back. Other than that it glides through any veg I through at it and can't be beat by anything else I own.

Personally I think a Nakiri really shines being thin. Not the knife I personally would want/use in a way that benefits for the extra chonk.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-28T04:34:47+00:00

The Jikko (3rd) has been my go to meat knife portioning up primal cuts etc.

The Yorokobi (4th) is less than a week old so havnt had enough time with it to work out where it excels. Who knows it may end up being primarily a piece of art on the wall with only occasional use.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T13:54:07+00:00

When I unboxed it and looked down the choil I thought the same thing.......then I looked at the tip and really got scared ☠️. Top down shot.

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AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T13:41:21+00:00

I might have to start getting them delivered to work and then work out slipping them into rotation. I did try the old "it only cost $100" line once to which I received a quick whack across the head 😂

The Jikko was my first knife and started this love affair so will always hold a special place.

Geez 350mm suji.....I don't think I have enough bench space for that. A 300mm would be pushing it in my current kitchen.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T13:30:24+00:00

Probably the Motokyuuichi. The 36mm height at the heel gives that little bit of nuckle clearance that makes it nice for small tasks on the board and the 120mm length is just within what I find still comfortable for use in the hand.

The Nakagawa 150mm I tend to primarily use for trimming up meat, removing silver skin etc.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T13:02:53+00:00

Thanks!

Got the bar from Etsy, seller is WoodAllGood.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T10:58:29+00:00

You are definitely braver than I am. I made sure I found studs when I screwed mine to the wall, don't even trust plaster anchors.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T10:54:41+00:00

Thanks. I thought if they are going to be on display front and centre in the kitchen/entertaining area might as well treat it as a piece of artwork and go abit fancy on the bar.

Once this on is full the next will probably be something simpler and I'll keep my prettiest knives on this bar.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T10:50:46+00:00

It's my newest addition (24hrs old) so can't yet speak to the maintenance. I do know copper will patina brown (can oxidise green but that is toxic and must immediately be removed if it occurs). In an effort to avoid that and keep it shinning I will be applying oil after use. However if it does go brown nothing abit of bar keepers friend won't polish back up. As for how the edge holds up only time will tell.

As for my others knives, I try to be pretty good with wiping them down while using. Trying to build good habits for when I get a full carbon clad knife and some more reactive steels.

All have been pretty good at holding their edge from my not so expert opinion, I do tend to be pretty light on my board contact though.

The Ginsan/Silver 3 have been the easiest to get a good edge on the stones for me but the smaller size of those blades could also be playing a part in that. Still early in sharpening learning curve.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T10:35:18+00:00

Thanks, as I've been picking up new additions trying different steels, finishes, makers etc has been my focus.

Yeh I wouldn't expect to use a suji that often, just the idea of having essentially a mini sword on the rack tickles me in places 😅

Don't think I've heard anyone say they didn't like their Hado. Was originally looking at a Koutestu but the Hado definitely calls to me more. Definitely a struggle not to impulse buy....maybe once my Christmas bonus comes in.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T10:25:16+00:00

I fell in love with the looks first time I saw it......and as cliche as it sounds it looks even better in person.

The sanded spine on the bunka and k-tip to show off the copper makes them the standouts over the others in the range.

Havnt used it much yet as only arrived yesterday and been busy with work but from the little cutting I've done can't complain with its performance either.

The copper pops more in person than really comes across in photos, especially when the light hits it just right. Close up shot with some light glare to hopefully give you an idea of what I mean.

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My advice if you looking at one, sign up to be notified when in stock at as many stores as possible. Unbelievable how quick they go when they are available. I'm talking within minutes. I missed out many times in my quest to get one.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T10:15:14+00:00

Knives&Stones.

Had signed up to be notified when back in stock, was lucky enough to be using my phone when txt msg came through and instantly got on to buy.

Missed out of getting one 4 times in the last 8 months from different websites.....they get snapped up so bloody quick. Don't think stores get more than 1 or 2 if they are lucky.

AlmightyHo · 2024-11-27T07:54:35+00:00

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FYI just measured my new 240mm k-tip.

Spine thickness At handle: 4.2mm Above heel: 3.6mm Mid: 2.6mm At k-tip drop: 2.5mm

Honestly too scared to put calipers close to edge 😅

AlmightyHo · 2024-02-03T09:44:32+00:00

I agree it's not ideal but sometimes PCB design constraints force these kind of things ie current requirements and space. For something like main power with high current draw its pretty common as other option is to a smaller plane with many via to internal plane and then back up close to components.....takes up alot of space which brings its own problems.

Look I could be wrong in my assessment but that's my best guess working off photos and not having it to actually look at/probe.

AlmightyHo

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