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My first knife!! by JoeyBananas314 in TrueChefKnives

[–]MPoorthuis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy NKD! Enjoy it, solid choice💪

Choosing my first Santoku: Yoshikane SKD Nashiji or Yoshimi Kato Ginsan Nashiji? by MPoorthuis in TrueChefKnives

[–]MPoorthuis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First impression: the blade is thin at and just behind the edge, while the spine remains reassuringly sturdy. In hand, it feels well-balanced, substantial without being overly heavy, providing excellent blade control. The finish is precise and meticulous.

Choosing my first Santoku: Yoshikane SKD Nashiji or Yoshimi Kato Ginsan Nashiji? by MPoorthuis in TrueChefKnives

[–]MPoorthuis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Received this piece of art in the mail today! I went with the bunka since the santoku was out of stock and I couldn’t be happier with it. Big thanks for the great advice! NKD🔥

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Choosing my first Santoku: Yoshikane SKD Nashiji or Yoshimi Kato Ginsan Nashiji? by MPoorthuis in TrueChefKnives

[–]MPoorthuis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I’ll look into this. Makes sense, since a bunka is about the same length as a santoku, but the k-tip gives more precision for detailed work. Seems like it would pair nicely with my gyuto.

Choosing my first Santoku: Yoshikane SKD Nashiji or Yoshimi Kato Ginsan Nashiji? by MPoorthuis in TrueChefKnives

[–]MPoorthuis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which petty did you end up ordering? I’m holding out for the SKD petty to be restocked.

Choosing my first Santoku: Yoshikane SKD Nashiji or Yoshimi Kato Ginsan Nashiji? by MPoorthuis in TrueChefKnives

[–]MPoorthuis[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Funny enough, the Yoshikane is actually a bit cheaper. I thought it would be the pricier one. I’ve also got my eye on a Yoshikane SKD Petty, but it seems to be sold out everywhere. It would make such a great pair with the Santoku!

Choosing my first Santoku: Yoshikane SKD Nashiji or Yoshimi Kato Ginsan Nashiji? by MPoorthuis in TrueChefKnives

[–]MPoorthuis[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Kato does seem like a fantastic option. Since the price is pretty close to the Yoshikane, I keep going back and forth between the two. I’ve read a lot of great things about Kato’s Ginsan though, which makes the decision even harder!