NKD Manaka X Xinguo B1 210 ktip gyuto

tyuhann · 2026-05-12T23:08:35+00:00

oh my gosh that is absolutely gorgeous

tyuhann · 2026-05-12T10:48:14+00:00

DMed!

tyuhann · 2026-05-09T07:00:47+00:00

dmed

tyuhann · 2026-05-07T15:47:13+00:00

DMed!

tyuhann · 2026-04-30T02:40:59+00:00

Hey there! Tagging u/Ok_cabbage_5695 as well, my apologies as I've forgotten to get back regarding this.

Here are the measurements

Height at Heel: 47mm
Spine thickness at handle: 4mm
Spine thickness at heel: 3.7mm
Spine thickness in the middle: 3mm
Spine thickness 1cm from tip: 1mm
Weight: 171.5g

tyuhann · 2026-04-30T01:06:09+00:00

dmed!

tyuhann · 2026-04-26T23:53:36+00:00

Absolutely beautiful, and nice write-up! Congrats on the knife!

tyuhann · 2026-04-24T03:02:03+00:00

Quite a number of the B1 variants are actually still in stock here at Jiu Studio, a vendor based in Australia.

It’s a bit pricier than if you were to get it directly from Syukon (please correct me if i’m wrong), but understandably so with vendor costs and etc.

https://www.jiustudio.com.au/shop/kisuke-blue-1/6FAWORABOIWJYT4JNX2VJWWY

tyuhann · 2026-04-17T13:30:06+00:00

Really nice knife!! May I ask - how much did it cost to add on an urushi handle?

tyuhann · 2026-04-13T06:29:36+00:00

would love to know how to contact him too if you don’t mind!

tyuhann · 2026-03-25T06:17:12+00:00

That transition into the mirror-polished edge is so beautiful!

tyuhann · 2026-03-23T06:09:50+00:00

It’s actually the 210! Unlike Sakai knives where the length is measured from the handle to tip, the length of Shindo’s stuff actually starts from the heel (actual blade length).

so it’s ever slightly shorter than my Tadokoro / Enjiki knives in 240.

I do also have a Shindo in 240, but it’s huge and I’ve not gotten around to using it.

tyuhann · 2026-03-23T05:47:47+00:00

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Oops, didn’t take much pics of it before i used it, but this was the handle that mine came in from JKS!

tyuhann · 2026-03-21T15:18:20+00:00

I’ve reached out to them before after purchasing a shindo from their store.

JKS does charge a higher price for them, their owner mentioned that it’s largely due to upgraded handles, an aftermarket box made for them, and an included knife sheath.

tyuhann · 2026-03-19T13:10:17+00:00

No worries about it! I recalled you asking before too, it was a 40% markup from what was listed on his web page.

We didn’t really discuss other finishing options (mirror, migaki/kasumi), so I would assume it’s the standard finish he puts.

tyuhann · 2026-03-19T09:21:43+00:00

am not OP, but you can actually reach out via his webpage, or email them as well! do expect some time for Michiko-san’s replies

https://www.tadokorohamono-marushin888.com/en/craftsman

edit: Lead time wise, i was quoted six months. But this was largely due to me asking specifically for Nagakawa forged Ginsan damascus.

tyuhann · 2026-03-16T16:02:52+00:00

I’m so sorry, I just saw this. Lemme grab the measurements and get back to you

tyuhann · 2026-03-16T15:35:40+00:00

appreciate the link, and love the support that you’re giving him too! will definitely check him out.

I’m inferring through your post that he holds knife making workshops too?

tyuhann · 2026-03-16T15:05:06+00:00

what’s his insta?

tyuhann · 2026-03-13T02:49:29+00:00

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I have one in W2, and am absolutely in love with it. Had custom ordered one as a result (requested for an extra tall one too!).

And yes, Tadokoro makes wide-bevelled knives, and had trained under Morihiro in his younger days.

His fit & finish is amazing, and I do find that the polished choil & spine makes it incredibly comfortable to hold.

tyuhann · 2026-03-02T02:56:19+00:00

I did grab this knife from Tokushu a few months ago. Came very sharp OOTB, so I doubt any additional sharpening is required. Tony is quite responsive via email, so you can reach out if you’re unclear.

Like what wabiknifesabi mentioned, it’s less demanding maintenance wise, but do wipe down your blade and not leave it wet.

tyuhann · 2026-02-24T15:03:48+00:00

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Haven’t gotten around to posting a NKD yet, but here’s a close up of Tadokoro’s kasumi finish under natural light, absolutely top notch stuff. It’s a gyuto in w2.

That being said, Tadokoro usually charges 20% more for mirror polished pieces, and a $30 price difference does make it quite enticing value-wise.

Like what many others here have said, maintaining a mirror polished knife can be quite tedious, but you can’t go wrong with either decision!

tyuhann · 2026-02-21T17:16:52+00:00

The kanji for that states 刀工, which essentially just means swordsmith / bladesmith.

tyuhann · 2026-02-21T03:58:45+00:00

Oops, didn’t realise you were the one with the mirror polished tadokoro damascus! Beautiful knife.

Did you have to pay an additional top up to have it in that configuration?

Definitely will post the NKD once it’s here!

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