What is the blade construction of Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue 2 knives?

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Who is the Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue 2 line best for?

["Enthusiasts","Pro chefs"]. Highlights: ["Great artistic","Excellent fit and finish","Excellent performance"].

Where can I buy Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue 2 knives in Australia?

Knives and Stones is an authorised Australian stockist of Nigara including theHatsukokoro Ryusui Blue 2 line. You can shop online at knivesandstones.com.au with free shipping on orders over $99, or visit our stores in St Peters (Sydney), Crows Nest (Sydney) or Braddon (Canberra) to handle the knives before buying.

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Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue 2

Q: What is the Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue 2 line?

The Hatsukokoro Ryusui Blue 2 line is made by Nigara, a Japanese knife maker. {"type":"root","children":[{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"The Hatsukokoro Ryusui(流水, flowing water) kitchen knife, crafted by renowned maker Nigara in Aomori, Japan, is a masterful blend of artistry and functionality. Featuring a unique nashiji damascus finish that resembles flowing water, this knife is visually stunning and stands out in any kitchen."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Its core is made from Blue 2 steel, known for its exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. The knife boasts a super thick spine at the heel with a drastic taper, reminiscent of Sanjo knives, enhancing its strength and precision. Thanks to the weigh given by the thick spine, the keen edge formed out of Blue 2 steel has very little hesitation drop though the food. However a concave grinde of the bevel on this thicker knife means a some food sticking tent to occur when cutting thin slices of vegetables."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"The caldding of the Ryusui line is very unique, it has a mineral-like texture with varying darker and lighter spots across the flat zone of the blade, followed by a dense damascus pattern falls down towards the edge. This creat a look of small stream flow alongside an acient rock, which I found fits the name of the line perfectly. Although we classify the finish of this line as a Nashiji finish, complexity of the colour and texture on the cladding of these blades have far surpass the typical Nashiji we often see. "}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Ryusui offers exceptional cutting performance, making it a prized possession for both professional chefs and home cooks who appreciate fine craftsmanship"}]}]} Knives and Stones is the authorised Australian stockist, with showrooms in Sydney and Canberra.

Sanami - Soft Iron Damascus Clad Nashiji Blue 2 / Aogami #2 / Carbon Aomori, Japan

The Hatsukokoro Ryusui(流水, flowing water) kitchen knife, crafted by renowned maker Nigara in Aomori, Japan, is a masterful blend of artistry and functionality. Featuring a unique nashiji damascus finish that resembles flowing water, this knife is visually stunning and stands out in any kitchen.

Its core is made from Blue 2 steel, known for its exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. The knife boasts a super thick spine at the heel with a drastic taper, reminiscent of Sanjo knives, enhancing its strength and precision. Thanks to the weigh given by the thick spine, the keen edge formed out of Blue 2 steel has very little hesitation drop though the food. However a concave grinde of the bevel on this thicker knife means a some food sticking tent to occur when cutting thin slices of vegetables.

The caldding of the Ryusui line is very unique, it has a mineral-like texture with varying darker and lighter spots across the flat zone of the blade, followed by a dense damascus pattern falls down towards the edge. This creat a look of small stream flow alongside an acient rock, which I found fits the name of the line perfectly. Although we classify the finish of this line as a Nashiji finish, complexity of the colour and texture on the cladding of these blades have far surpass the typical Nashiji we often see.

Handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Ryusui offers exceptional cutting performance, making it a prized possession for both professional chefs and home cooks who appreciate fine craftsmanship