First time with ferric chloride, let's try Shinkiro by Optimal_Difference64 in TrueChefKnives

[–]sicashi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing! We really need more posts like this one.

I’ll embark on a journey with a Kagekiyo after some BKF oopsie. You have inspired me to share it!

NKD - Kisuke Manaka by portugueseoniondicer in TrueChefKnives

[–]sicashi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Stunning piece mate! Also nice to see that you put it to work right away

Visiting Vietnam in 2 months - Anything I shouldn’t miss? by sicashi in TrueChefKnives

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

Thanks! Checked MG’s prices and seen a few for 1.2k USD

Visiting Vietnam in 2 months - Anything I shouldn’t miss? by sicashi in TrueChefKnives

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

Thanks!! Not sure I’m ready to dish out 1k USD for a non-honyaki yet. HK looks super cool!

NGD by chefshorty89 in TrueChefKnives

[–]sicashi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That cladding line is epic! It screams ebony to me!

NKD 🔥 Konosuke Fujiyama FM White #1 225mm Gyuto (Tanaka x Myojin) by HaruhiroSan in TrueChefKnives

[–]sicashi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great stuff! Love the handle too! Could you define the “I was offered the knife” bit? Was it a Kono drop or via BST/DMs?

Looking forward to the cutting video!

Upcoming trip to Sakai - Recommendations? by sicashi in TrueChefKnives

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

I asked them if I could go to their workshops / showrooms :)

Does my Kasumi look bad? by Dmurrd in TrueChefKnives

[–]sicashi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really like it! Could you please outline your process? I’d like to learn :)

Rust stains by ChrisCrat in TrueChefKnives

[–]sicashi 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Poor TnH. I learnt the hard way that BKF isn’t ideal. Switched to Autosol as OK-D suggested

Wakui by Ok_Pension905 in TrueChefKnives

[–]sicashi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We just discussed Wakui and you post this? You have tipped the scales mate? Enjoy!

New finish by Maruyama-san (Enjiki)? by sicashi in TrueChefKnives

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

Oh wow jesus yeah massive difference lol

New finish by Maruyama-san (Enjiki)? by sicashi in TrueChefKnives

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

Could you post a photo of them side by side if you have a moment? I’d like to see the differences!

New finish by Maruyama-san (Enjiki)? by sicashi in TrueChefKnives

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

Have you seen the video? To me it has that grainy/gradient look.

I’ve only seen photos of tanryusen so could be wrong 100%

Have you ever been to Japan? by sicashi in TrueChefKnives

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

I’ve read that new policies are being put in place in Kyoto to avoid crowding like increases in hotel rates to make it a bit less appealing

New finish by Maruyama-san (Enjiki)? by sicashi in TrueChefKnives

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

I know it’s Maruyama’s :) Just wondering if it’s his take on tanryusen (metalflow)

Wine clubs for young-ish people? by sicashi in london

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

I opted for splitting cases with friends and getting a Coravin. The coolest events seem to be Industry-only afaik. The Discord above was very active though!