{"title":"Line Collection For Shibata Koutetsu Chromax","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"shibata-koutetsu-chromax-boss-nakiri-ebony-black-ring-handle","title":"Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm, Ebony Black Ring Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife with a Chromax semi-stainless steel core and ebony octagonal handle, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts requiring precise push-cutting performance. Hand-ground by Takayuki Shibata in Fukuyama, this san-mai stainless clad blade features a migaki finish and measures 172mm in edge length with a consistent 1.9mm spine thickness from heel to tip. The flat edge profile facilitates straight vertical cuts through vegetables, ensuring full board contact without rocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChromax is a conventionally smelted semi-stainless steel manufactured by Takefu Special Steel that is easy to sharpen. This non-powder metallurgy steel provides toughness and moderate edge retention within a 60-62 HRC range. Weighing 204g with a 63mm heel height, the knife pairs its thin geometry with an octagonal ebony handle featuring a subtle taper. Each blade bears Shibata’s engraved signature and reflects his focus on functional grinding and bevel-making over decorative elements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47367943979229,"sku":"SHIB-SGKT-BNA175-EB","price":449.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/ShibataKoutetsuChromaxBossNakiri_EbonyBlackRingHandlea.jpg?v=1770344351"},{"product_id":"shibata-koutetsu-chromax-boss-nakiri-175mm-ebony-white-ring-handle","title":"Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm, Ebony White Ring Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife featuring Chromax semi-stainless steel and an octagonal ebony handle, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts requiring precise push-cutting performance. This 175mm blade measures 172mm in edge length with a 63mm heel height and weighs 204g. The san-mai stainless clad construction features a migaki surface finish and maintains a consistent 1.9mm spine thickness from heel to tip. Takayuki Shibata hand-grinds each blade in Fukuyama to produce thin geometry behind the edge that glides through produce while resisting stickage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChromax is a conventionally smelted semi-stainless steel manufactured by Takefu Special Steel that is easy to sharpen. Rated between 60 and 62 HRC, this non-powder metallurgy steel provides toughness alongside moderate edge retention. The nakiri profile features a relatively flat edge designed for straight, clean push cuts through vegetables without rocking, ensuring full board contact during chopping. The octagonal ebony handle includes a white ring accent and subtle taper for grip comfort. As part of the Iron Clad Koutetsu line embodying the motto Art Over Beauty, this knife prioritises functional cutting performance and sharpening-focused geometry over decorative elements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47367969800413,"sku":"SHIB-SGKT-BNA175-WB","price":449.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/ShibataKoutetsuChromaxBossNakiri175mm_EbonyWhiteRingHandlea.jpg?v=1770346380"},{"product_id":"shibata-koutetsu-chromax-ro-petty-135mm","title":"Shibata Koutetsu Chromax K-tip Petty 135mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata Koutetsu Chromax K-tip Petty 135mm is a double-bevel utility knife made by Iron Clad in Fukuyama, best suited for in-hand peeling, trimming, and detailed scoring work. It features a 135mm blade in Chromax semi-stainless steel, a profile with an angled K-tip and a flatter edge than a standard petty, and an octagonal rosewood handle with a synthetic horn ferrule.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is constructed as san-mai stainless clad, with a hazy, textured finish that resists food stickage. At 62 grams, it is a light knife that suits close, precise tasks such as peeling shallots, deveining prawns, and cutting garnishes. The K-tip geometry places cuts exactly for picking and scoring, while the flatter edge sits evenly against food during in-hand peeling. The spine measures 2.0mm at the heel, tapering to 1.0mm at the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChromax is a conventionally smelted semi-stainless steel from Takefu Special Steel, with a hardness range of 60–62 HRC. It is easy to sharpen, though edge retention is moderate. The blade is hand-ground and sharpened by Takayuki Shibata, who heads the Iron Clad line. The octagonal rosewood handle provides a secure, ergonomic grip for precise control during delicate cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48117067055325,"sku":"SHIB-CMKT-PE135","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_7327.jpg?v=1783041245"},{"product_id":"shibata-koutetsu-chromax-k-tip-sujihiki-240mm","title":"Shibata Koutetsu Chromax K-Tip Sujihiki 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata Koutetsu Chromax K-Tip Sujihiki 240mm is a double-bevel slicing knife from Iron Clad, best suited for users who prioritize ultra-thin, performance-oriented geometry for long, clean draws through meat and fish. This 240mm blade features a pointed tip and is constructed with a san-mai stainless clad in Chromax steel, a conventional semi-stainless steel from Takefu Special Steel that is easy to sharpen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is hand-ground and sharpened by Takayuki Shibata, featuring a migaki surface finish and a hazy, textured texture that resists food stickage. With a spine thickness of 1.9mm at the heel and mid-blade tapering to 1.0mm at the tip, the profile is exceptionally thin behind the edge, allowing it to glide through protein with minimal friction. The knife weighs 116g and has an edge length of 238mm, balancing the long blade for controlled slicing tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stainless cladding protects most of the blade, but the Chromax core at the edge is semi-stainless and can still stain, so wipe the knife dry after use. Edge retention is moderate. This knife suits those who value the specific, high-performance geometry of the Iron Clad line for professional or enthusiast-level slicing work, where the focus is on the blade's ability to slip through soft protein with little resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48117084061917,"sku":"SHIB-CMKT-SJ240","price":449.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_7368.jpg?v=1783043123"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/collections\/line-collection-for-shibata-koutetsu-chromax-1.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}