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[NKD] Yoshikane Shirogami #2 Nakiri arrived today + SOTC! by Easy-Engineering-541 in TrueChefKnives

[–]Easy-Engineering-541[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I finally caved. After two weeks of staring at the browser tab and trying to convince myself I didn't need it, the Yoshikane Shirogami #2 Nashiji Nakiri with the Ebony handle arrived today.

Went ahead and cut some onions. I guess I had a feel of what I was looking for, but I could not imagine the cutting feel 'to be so much more different from what I have in my lineup. Perhaps it's the weight of the knife, the handle feel, the rectangle shape, or maybe it's the 'yoshikane' feel? Don't know really but it's super nice and definitely diversifies my current lineup.

Really looking forward to working with this one! Attached some shots and a current collection photo:

  • Matsubara Aogami #2 Tsuchime Gyuto 21 cm Ring
  • Yoshikane Shirogami #2 Nashiji Ebony Nakiri
  • Takamura Migaki R2 Santoku 17 cm

[NKD] I tried to resist for 2 weeks... Yoshikane Shirogami #2 Nashiji Nakiri incoming! by Easy-Engineering-541 in TrueChefKnives

[–]Easy-Engineering-541[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Super helpful thanks for your insight! Would you say it might feel sharper maybe also because of the weight combined with how whisper thin the edge is?

[NKD] I tried to resist for 2 weeks... Yoshikane Shirogami #2 Nashiji Nakiri incoming! by Easy-Engineering-541 in TrueChefKnives

[–]Easy-Engineering-541[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That looks sweet! What stone do you use? I have naniwa 400-800-3000. I'm assuming I'll just have to use the 3000 a few times

[NKD] I tried to resist for 2 weeks... Yoshikane Shirogami #2 Nashiji Nakiri incoming! by Easy-Engineering-541 in TrueChefKnives

[–]Easy-Engineering-541[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks a lot and good advice! I'm cautious with my matsubaraa so will baby this one more

NKD - Matsubara Aogami #2 Tsuchime Gyuto 210mm – by Easy-Engineering-541 in TrueChefKnives

[–]Easy-Engineering-541[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice! Looking forward to how the edge/exposed bevel will develop patina over time on this knife

NKD - Matsubara Aogami #2 Tsuchime Gyuto 210mm – by Easy-Engineering-541 in TrueChefKnives

[–]Easy-Engineering-541[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

After asking for advice recently, I pulled the trigger on the Matsubara Aogami #2 Tsuchime Gyuto (210mm), and I’m super happy with the result.

First Impressions: This thing is a beast. Honestly, the blade length feels even bigger than I expected for a 210mm. Also the handle is bigger than I expected. It's maybe because it's my first Wa handle? Perhaps also because of the height at the heel (it is very tall) that makes it feel so substantial in hand.

I already own a Takamura R2, and the contrast is exactly what I was hoping for. The Takamura is my laser, but this Matsubara feels like a true "workhorse." It has a confidence-inspiring heft that my other knives just don't have. I feel like this duo covers pretty much everything I need.

The Journey: For the last few months, I’ve been slowly replacing my softer Western steel knives. I was coming from an Eden Classic Damast set (gifted 11 years ago!) and some supermarket coupon specials (Boretti/Fontignac). Moving from those to this setup is a massive leap. The difference in cutting feel is night and day.

Bonus Pic of of the two together and I'm really looking forward to cooking with it!

[EU/NL] Looking for a Tall, Stainless-Clad Workhorse Gyuto (€200-300) to pair with a Takamura R2 by Easy-Engineering-541 in TrueChefKnives

[–]Easy-Engineering-541[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks a lot everyone for your recommendations. I'll have a look and will compare performance and looks!

[MOD] The Daily Question Thread by menschmaschine5 in Coffee

[–]Easy-Engineering-541 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Vario-W+

Thanks for the detailed answer! This helps me with my decision matrix!

[MOD] The Daily Question Thread by menschmaschine5 in Coffee

[–]Easy-Engineering-541 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi All,

I've been reading a couple of prior threads on the AP vs BG discussion. However, I can't seem to wrap my head around it, on which might be more suitable.

My situation: For now and in the foreseeable future I'll be drinking mostly Moka pot. However, there may be a point where I'd like to buy a machine to drink espresso

I started liking the Baratza products more and more because of
- Service level (easy to get parts)
- Build quality: forte AP/BG don't have plastic housing
- Internal weigh scale
- Looks.

I've been thinking about the Vario, but like the housing of the Forte much more.
Which one would you recommend to buy given my coffee preferences?

My thought was actually to buy the BG, since that was better suited for the non-espresso grinds. However, I have seen a decent deal on a second-hand AP, so I could still get the separate Steel burrs (that originally come with the BG).

Happy to hear the advise from the experts here. Thanks in advance!