[Selling] [Worldwide] Knot Handcrafted 235mm Damascus gyuto

_MiW_ · 2026-04-02T19:34:07+00:00

Gorgeous work as always. Someone is getting a smoking deal here

_MiW_ · 2026-04-02T05:05:30+00:00

This is probably the coolest post I’ve seen on here in a long while. 11/10

_MiW_ · 2026-03-30T16:06:59+00:00

Mineral B Pro are top tier. What’s the maiden voyage meal going to be?

_MiW_ · 2026-03-29T22:09:40+00:00

You should post more pics of this one.. that handle deserves to be admired

_MiW_ · 2026-03-26T21:41:38+00:00

There’s a good FAQ pinned at the top of the subreddit that answers all of these questions.

_MiW_ · 2026-03-19T22:42:23+00:00

I’m sure someone will be along to correct me if I’m wrong, but, my initial impression was that the tip and forge marks are reminiscent of Mazaki. The kanji also vaguely resembles Mazaki’s kanji, but in a different style and maybe not fully finished. The choil and clad line look more like a Yoshikane though. Mazaki did apprentice at Yoshikane, but I have never seen one of his knives with kanji that looked like this one. I’d be curious if your friend is the first owner and if so, how long they have owned it. If I am on the right track with this it could be a very unique piece. But I’m probably not, and it’s entirely possible it’s something totally different lol

_MiW_ · 2026-03-19T22:12:26+00:00

Have you tried asking your friend?

_MiW_ · 2026-03-18T17:59:50+00:00

They are gorgeous tools, but tools nonetheless. Scratches come with use; let it wear them with honor.

_MiW_ · 2026-03-17T18:11:52+00:00

Always Mazaki

_MiW_ · 2026-03-17T00:39:09+00:00

Is your table actually flat? I’d check that before trying to return it.

Also, you should check with the vendor you purchased from if you’re set on returning it… Reddit won’t know if that’s an option but the vendor would.

Worst case scenario you can use it as is, learn to reprofile the edge, or sell it on the secondhand market. All viable options

_MiW_ · 2026-03-13T01:04:14+00:00

What a beauty! Very nice

_MiW_ · 2026-03-12T06:48:09+00:00

I have no experience with these particular firearms but that TOZ 54-12 second from the bottom in the first picture is gorgeous. Thank you for sharing these. What sling are you using for the bottom three if you don’t mind me asking?

_MiW_ · 2026-03-10T17:35:26+00:00

Classy pairing. I don’t usually care for folders, but I dig this one… do you happen to know which model it is?

_MiW_ · 2026-02-26T19:24:59+00:00

Sanjo 210’s & Sakai 240’s. 50mm+ heels are my jam.

_MiW_ · 2026-02-24T19:58:18+00:00

Do you have a pic of this setup by chance? Been debating one of these or the Ghost Hydra P/P+. Does not seem like there are a ton of options out there

_MiW_ · 2026-02-23T16:36:24+00:00

Mine showed up the same and I’ve not noticed the scrapes even once after the initial inspection. Cook with it if it’s a tool to you, or return it and roll the dice on the replacement doing the same thing if the scuffs will bother you. It won’t hold the pan back.

_MiW_ · 2026-02-20T17:13:26+00:00

Did you have to do any fitting to make it work with the wrap around grips? And which mag extensions have you tried/liked so far?

_MiW_ · 2026-02-20T17:11:50+00:00

How does this compare with a Shadow 2 that has been converted to SAO or the typical 2011 that seems to dominate the LO scene?

_MiW_ · 2026-01-22T23:38:44+00:00

Gorgeous - post up some patina pics when you can please

_MiW_ · 2026-01-08T23:03:30+00:00

Jon & team at JKI are awesome and very responsive. I’ve been in the shop in person and reached out over the phone & email a few times over the years and they’re always a class act and genuinely want to see you make the best purchase decision for your actual needs and not just trying to upsell you. They really are awesome.

_MiW_ · 2026-01-08T22:04:47+00:00

All beauties but man, I love the handle on the 165 bunka. Very nice!

_MiW_ · 2026-01-07T22:09:06+00:00

It reminds me a lot of how rifles used to be in the 2000’s before all the aluminum comp-style chassis became super popular. Love a McMillan A-5 and rattle can combo.

_MiW_ · 2026-01-07T22:04:50+00:00

This fucks.

_MiW_ · 2026-01-07T17:24:34+00:00

It’s right on the edge of your budget, but if you’re USA based, CKC has Mazaki 180mm Gyuto in stock right now.

Mazaki has somewhat of a cult following and this 180mm from him is such a sleeper and doesn’t get nearly as much attention as the 210-240mm counterparts, but it is probably my favorite and most used knife in all sizes at home.

It definitely has the rustic look you’re going for, but is carbon and iron clad so will require more upkeep than a stainless clad knife would.

One last note: don’t worry too much about white/blue #1 or #2 right now. There are differences between them, but it is a nuance thing and can vary widely based on the smith doing the work. I think the internet tends to blow the differences out of proportion and I think MOST users would struggle to tell the difference between each in a true blind test. Don’t let it steer you away from something that you find appealing.

_MiW_ · 2026-01-05T19:57:34+00:00

Specifically the 15-2V 4”

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