{"title":"Blade Construction Collection For Coreless","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-itadaki-blue2-white2-dual-core-damasccus-tcushime-gyuto-240mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Itadaki Blue2 \u0026 White2 Dual Core Damasccus Tsushime Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro x Nigara Itadaki 240mm Gyuto is a dual-core Damascus chef's knife featuring Blue 2 and White 2 carbon steel, best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking artistic forging with workhorse geometry. Made by Nigara in Aomori under master Go Yoshizawa, this blade utilises coreless construction to combine two high-carbon steels without a soft iron cladding layer. The Kurouchi Tsuchime surface finish provides texture across the 229mm edge length, while the double bevel profile suits general-purpose kitchen tasks including slicing meat and chopping vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 steel at 61-63 HRC offers edge retention through tungsten carbides while remaining accessible to sharpen. As a reactive carbon steel blade without stainless cladding, it requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust. The spine measures 4.2mm at the heel, placing this gyuto on the thicker side of available profiles. An octagonal ebony wa handle with triple nickel copper spacers and horn ferrule pairs with the 250g total weight to provide a traditional Japanese grip. This combination of inherited Tsugaru sword smithing traditions and modern metalworking technology results in a distinctive collectable piece that functions as a primary kitchen tool.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K\u0026S - Sydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46004738883805,"sku":"HATS_B2W2_ITAD_GY240","price":1399.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroItadakiBlue2_White2DualCoreDamasccusTcushimeGyuto240mmk.jpg?v=1735877796"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-itadaki-blue2-white2-dual-core-damasccus-tcushime-santoku-170-mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Itadaki Blue2 \u0026 White2 Dual Core Damasccus Tsushime Santoku 170 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro x Nigara Itadaki 170mm Santoku is a dual-core Blue 2 and White 2 carbon steel knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking an artistic workhorse grind. Forged by Go Yoshizawa in Aomori, this blade features a coreless construction with a Kurouchi Tsuchime surface finish. The reactive carbon steel cladding requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust, as the blade is not stainless clad. This specific profile measures on the thicker side and carries a double bevel edge geometry suited to general purpose kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 steel offers ease of sharpening and resistance to chipping, achieving a hardness between 61 and 63 HRC. The 170mm Santoku profile facilitates slicing, dicing, and mincing with a controllable chopping motion. An octagonal ebony Wa handle with triple nickel copper spacers and a horn ferrule pairs with the blade, resulting in a total weight of 208g. Measurements include a 48mm heel height, 4.3mm spine thickness at the heel tapering to 1.1mm at the tip, and a 166mm edge length. This piece represents Nigara's integration of inherited Tsugaru sword smith traditions with modern metalworking technology.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K\u0026S - Sydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46004758544605,"sku":"HATS_B2W2_ITAD_SA170","price":999.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroItadakiBlue2_White2DualCoreDamasccusTcushimeSantoku170mmj.jpg?v=1735879377"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-itadaki-blue2-white2-dual-core-damasccus-tcushime-k-tip-gyuto-210mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Itadaki Blue2 \u0026 White2 Dual Core Damasccus Tcushime K-tip Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro x Nigara Itadaki 210mm K-tip Gyuto is a double-bevel chef’s knife featuring coreless Blue 2 and White 2 steel construction, best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking precise tip-led cutting. This K-tip profile pairs a standard gyuto body with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge, optimising the blade for push-cutting, long slicing strokes, and detailed scoring work. Forged by Nigara in Aomori, this knife features a kurouchi tsuchime surface finish and measures 5.0mm at the heel, 3.0mm at mid, and 1.1mm at the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs stainless clad is absent, the reactive carbon steel blade requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust. The dual-core construction places Blue 2 and White 2 steels throughout the blade rather than as a central core, creating the distinctive damascus pattern visible beneath the kurouchi finish. Weighing 245g, this knife is on the thicker side and suits users comfortable with substantial blade geometry. An octagonal ebony wa handle with triple nickel copper spacers and horn ferrule provides a classic grip configuration that balances the 195mm edge length and 48mm heel height.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K\u0026S - Sydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46004765753565,"sku":"HATS_B2W2_ITAD_KGY210","price":1299.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroItadakiBlue2_White2DualCoreDamasccusTcushimeK-tipGyuto210mml.jpg?v=1735879828"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-itadaki-blue2-white2-dual-core-damasccus-tcushime-k-tip-gyuto-240mm-birch-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Itadaki Blue2 \u0026 White2 Dual Core Damasccus Tcushime K-tip Gyuto 240mm Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Hatsukokoro x Nigara Itadaki 240mm K-tip Gyuto features a coreless dual-core Blue 2 and White 2 steel construction with a Kurouchi Tsuchime finish, best fitting enthusiasts and collectors seeking an artistic blade with a workhorse grind. The K-tip profile pairs a standard gyuto body with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge, optimising the knife for precise tip-led work, scoring, and clean push-cutting strokes. As a double-bevel chef's knife, it serves general-purpose kitchen tasks while rewarding deliberate cutting techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reactive carbon steel blade is not stainless clad and requires immediate drying and light oiling to prevent rust. Blue 2 steel offers high edge retention and toughness at 61-63 HRC, remaining accessible for sharpening due to its carbon composition. This Itadaki model measures 4.2mm at the heel spine and weighs 236g, placing it on the thicker side of chef's knives. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle provides a durable grip with intricate natural grain patterns, completing this hand-forged piece from Go Yoshizawa in Aomori.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K\u0026S - Sydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46243342549213,"sku":"HATS_B2W2_ITAD_KGY240","price":1349.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroItadakiBlue2_White2DualCoreDamasccusTsushimeKtipGyuto240mmBirchHandle-20250228-13.jpg?v=1741063839"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-itadaki-blue2-white2-dual-core-damasccus-tsushime-santoku-170-mm-birch-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Itadaki Blue2 \u0026 White2 Dual Core Damasccus Tsushime Santoku 180 mm with Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro x Nigara Itadaki 180mm Santoku features a coreless dual-core Blue 2 and White 2 steel construction with a Kurouchi Tsuchime finish, best fitting enthusiasts and collectors seeking an artistic blade with a workhorse grind. This double-bevel general-purpose knife measures 180mm in edge length and weighs 186g, featuring spine thicknesses of 2.9mm at the heel, 2.7mm at mid, and 1.2mm at the tip. The Santoku profile suits slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks, offering a controllable chopping experience for home cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 carbon steel achieves 61-63 HRC and contains chromium and tungsten additions that improve toughness and edge retention while maintaining ease of sharpening. As this knife is not stainless clad, the reactive carbon steel blade requires immediate drying and light oiling to prevent rust. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from stabilised birch burl, providing intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through the stabilisation process. Produced by Nigara in Aomori under master smith Go Yoshizawa, this Itadaki line represents a coreless forging approach that combines inherited Tsugaru swordsmith traditions with modern metalworking technology.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K\u0026S - Sydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46243405463773,"sku":"HATS_B2W2_ITAD_SA180_BR","price":999.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroItadakiBlue2_White2DualCoreDamasccusTsushimeSantoku180mmBirchHandle-20250228-12.jpg?v=1740720999"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-itadaki-blue2-white2-dual-core-damasccus-tsushime-petty-150mm-with-saya","title":"Hatsukokoro Itadaki Blue2 \u0026 White2 Dual Core Damasccus Tsushime Petty 150mm with Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro x Nigara Itadaki Petty 150mm is a double-bevel utility knife featuring Blue 2 and White 2 dual-core damascus construction, best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking detailed cutting performance. This 150mm blade suits precision tasks including in-hand peeling, trimming, and slicing fruits or vegetables. The coreless forging method creates a distinctive dual-core structure without a single steel centre, resulting in a blade that is on the thicker side with a kurouchi tsuchime surface finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 carbon steel provides high hardness between 61 and 63 HRC with added chromium and tungsten for improved toughness and edge retention. As this knife has no stainless cladding, the reactive carbon steel blade requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust. The octagonal wa handle is crafted from stabilised birch burl with a spacer, pairing with the 97g blade to create a balanced tool for intricate kitchen work. Made by Nigara in Aomori, this petty knife represents the maker's inherited forging skills and innovative approach to multi-steel handmade damascus design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K\u0026S - Sydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46490436698333,"sku":"HATS_B2W2_ITAD_PE150","price":722.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_2391.jpg?v=1749801780"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/collections\/blade-construction-collection-for-coreless.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}