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Brand: Kogetsu 五香刃物
Made in: Chiba - Japan
Smith: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所
Line: SK Carbon
Profile: Garasuki
Edge Length: 180mm
Blade Height: 49.5m
Edge Steel: SK Carbon
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A, Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Carbon Steel
Spine Length: 181mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 4.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 5mm
Handle Length: 121mm
Total Length: 303mm
Weight: 378g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Carbon Steel
This blade is carbon steel and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: Ajikataya 味方屋
Smith: Hinoura Blacksmith 日野浦刃物
Producing Area: Sanjo-Niigata, Japan
Steel Type: Carbon
Steel: White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad
Handle: Oak
Total Length: 335mm
Blade Length: 76mm
Thickness at Spine: 7mm
Weight: 616g

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Sakai-Osaka, Japan 
Smith: Togashi Blacksmith 富樫打刃物製作所 
Sharpener: Kenya Togashi 憲哉
Line: Tachi
Profile: Kiritsuke Yanagiba 
Edge Length: 287mm
Blade Height: 35.5mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #1 (White #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (clad), Ni Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0:100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 304mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 4.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.5mm
Handle Length: 143mm
Total Length: 445mm
Weight: 223g
Saya/Guard: Included

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Carbon Steel
This blade is carbon steel and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics

Brand: SOFTCUT Knife Co. 
Smith: Kiran Chapman
Sharpener: Kiran Chapman
Made in: Portland, ME
Line: 80CrV2 "Kuro"
Profile: Ko-Bunka
Edge Length: 128mm
Blade Height: 43mm
Edge Steel: 80CrV2
Steel Type: Carbon
Grind: Wide Bevel
Construction: Mono-Steel
Finish: Kurouchi
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Charred Oak
Total Length: 255mm
Spine Length: 137mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.2mm
Handle Length: 118mm
Weight: 105g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

Handmade in Maine by SOFTCUT Knife Co.

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care advisement: This blade is fully carbon and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: SOFTCUT Knife Co. 
Smith: Kiran Chapman
Sharpener: Kiran Chapman
Made in: Portland, ME
Line: 80CrV2 "Kuro"
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 202mm
Blade Height: 58mm
Edge Steel: 80CrV2
Steel Type: Carbon
Grind: Wide Bevel
Construction: Mono-Steel
Finish: Kurouchi
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Charred Oak
Total Length: 337mm
Spine Length: 210mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Weight: 185g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

Handmade in Maine by SOFTCUT Knife Co.

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care advisement: This blade is fully carbon and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Tosa, Kochi - Japan
Line: Tosa Blue #2
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 168mm
Blade Height: 55mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 190mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.2mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Total Length: 324mm
Weight: 154g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Carbon Steel
This blade is carbon steel and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Sanjo, Niigata - Japan 
Line: TD
Profile: Sujihiki
Edge Length: 270mm
Blade Height: 35mm
Edge Steel: SLD
Steel Type: Semi-Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Bird's Eye Maple
Spine Length: 290mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1mm
Handle Length: 137mm
Total Length: 427mm
Weight: 140g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Semi-Stainless

This blade is semi-stainless steel. It has better rust-resistance than standard carbon steel, but it is not completely stainless. Care must still be taken to keep the blade dry when not in use. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira 
Made in: Kumamoto - Japan
Wood Type: Lacquered Oak
Ferrule Material: N/A Mono-wood
Shape: Octagonal
Length: 130mm
Width at Top: 18mm
Depth at Top: 23mm
Width at Bottom: 21mm
Depth at Bottom: 25.5mm
Weight: 48g
Recommended: Santoku/210mm Gyuto

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual products may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Imojiya OKD
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 183mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: VG-1
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Tagayasan
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 188mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Total Length: 303mm
Weight: 177g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Stainless Steel
This blade is stainless steel. While it is resistant to stains and corrosion, “stain-less” does not mean “stain-proof.” Care must still be taken to keep the blade dry when not in use. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastic.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Imojiya OKD
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 120mm
Blade Height: 27mm
Edge Steel: VG-1
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Tagayasan
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 125mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.3mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .5mm
Handle Length: 100mm
Total Length: 226mm
Weight: 73g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Stainless Steel
This blade is stainless steel. While it is resistant to stains and corrosion, “stain-less” does not mean “stain-proof.” Care must still be taken to keep the blade dry when not in use. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastic.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Imojiya OKD
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 150mm
Blade Height: 28mm
Edge Steel: VG-1
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Tagayasan
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 155mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .8mm
Handle Length: 100mm
Total Length: 255mm
Weight: 80g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Stainless Steel
This blade is stainless steel. While it is resistant to stains and corrosion, “stain-less” does not mean “stain-proof.” Care must still be taken to keep the blade dry when not in use. Wipe dry after each use and ideally betwxeen preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastic.

Gabriel is among the finest axe makers working today. Over tens of thousands of hours at the forge, he has shaped thousands of axes, hatchets, and tools across an extraordinary range of patterns and purposes. Much of his work is carried out on machinery he designed, built, repaired, or modified himself, reflecting a maker who understands not just the tool, but the entire system behind it. Gabriel was also the founding employee and primary maker at a now well-established regional axe company, where he was hired to design, engineer, build, and operate the complete production process that continues to produce thousands of axes each year.

Since founding New England Axe & Tool (NEAT) in a workshop he once again designed, engineered, and built entirely by hand, from the electrical system to the final stud and finish. Every hammer, set of tongs, die, and stamp is made by Gabriel himself. Every piece of steel, wood, and leather in each NEAT tool is worked solely by Gabriel McNeil.

Gabriel’s work is defined by a rare union of metallurgical insight, mechanical mastery, and hands-on material expertise. The value of his tools is ultimately proven through their durability, balance, and uncompromising performance in use.

Brand: Northeast Axe & Tool (NEAT)
Smith: Gabriel McNeill
Line: Splitting Axe
Made In: Portland, Maine, USA
Edge Steel: 1055
Steel Type: Carbon
Finish: Kurouchi (forge finish)
Handle Material: Full Tang, Stacked Leather 
Handle Length: 5.25"
Cutting Edge: 3"
Total Weight: 2lbs
Cover/Sheath: Yes, Leather Cover

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Sanjo, Niigata - Japan 
Line: TD
Profile: Sujihiki
Edge Length: 244mm
Blade Height: 34mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Nashiji
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Bird's Eye Maple
Spine Length: 263mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .9mm
Handle Length: 137mm
Total Length: 398mm
Weight: 127g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Carbon with Stainless Cladding

This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)  
Made In: Seki, Gifu - Japan  
Line: Imojiya TH
Profile: Bread Knife
Edge Length: 227mm
Blade Height: 37mm
Edge Steel: Mono DSR-1K6 
Steel Type: Stainless
Bevel: Serrated 
Bevel Symmetry: Right Handed Serrations
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Teak & Resin Ferrule, Octagonal 
Total Length: 372mm
Spine Length: 245mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Weight: 113g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives may differ slightly in appearance and measurements. 

Brand: Sekishin 関進工業
Producing Area: Seki-Gifu/ Japan
Product Type: Spatula
Size: 177 x 15 x 10mm

Weight: 16g
Handle: Redwood
Steel: 420J2 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements. 

Brand: Coutellerie Chambriard
Made In: Thiers - France
Line: Le Thiers "Compact"
Style: Folding
Blade Profile: Straight back
Grind: Flat
Blade Steel: 14C28N
Steel Type: Stainless 
Blade Length: 71mm
Blade Height: 15mm
Blade Thickness: 2.1mm 
Blade Construction: Zenko (Mono-steel)
Frame Construction: Scaled
Opening Mechanism: Nail Nick 
Locking Mechanism: Slip joint
Washers/Pivot System: N/A
Bolster: Stainless Steel
Pommel: N/A
Spacer/Spring: Spring
Handle/Scale Material: Stag Horn
Handle/Scale Color: Horn
Blade Finish/Color: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Length: 95mm
Total Length Open: 165mm 
Total Length Closed: 95mm 
Total Thickness: 20mm 
Weight: 49g 
Sheath/Clip: Leather sheath
Lanyard Hole:  N/A

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

“An indispensable guide for Italian home cooks.” —Kim Severson, New York Times

The most iconic and beloved Italian cookbook ever published—a treasury of over 1,600 definitive regional recipes that inspired the worldwide bestseller The Silver Spoon—translated for the first time in full for the American kitchen.

In 1929, two years before The Joy of Cooking was published in America, and two decades before The Silver Spoon in Italy, Ada Boni wrote The Talisman of Happiness—the original must-have culinary bible for Italians. Generations of cooks have turned to “Il Talismano” as the definitive source for classic dishes that bring comfort, nostalgia, and deep pleasure—including the iconic Marcella Hazan, who used the book to teach herself how to cook. Cataloging all the flavors and traditions that define Italian cuisine, it quickly became a quintessential wedding gift: a talisman of luck for newlyweds beginning a new life. “There can be no true happiness,” Boni wrote, “if such an essential part of our daily lives as eating is neglected.”

Talisman became a national treasure, growing in length every time a new edition was published. In this landmark first English edition of the complete work, featuring nearly 1,700 recipes, American cooks can finally appreciate Talisman in full. Carefully translated to preserve the spirit and warmth of the original, this new edition makes the richness of Italy’s regional cooking accessible to all—and includes American measurements, delightful illustrations, and forewords by Lidia Bastianich and Katie Parla.
 
Boni wrote Talisman for anyone longing for a taste of the traditional, and included notes offering kitchen insights with the occasional bit of stern guidance. Whether you are a seasoned cook or are just beginning your culinary journey, Talisman offers the gift of good luck alongside timeless recipes that embrace the true spirit of Italian cuisine: cooking to feed the body and nourish the soul.

Hardcover | Voracious | 912 pages

Gabriel is among the finest axe makers working today. Over tens of thousands of hours at the forge, he has shaped thousands of axes, hatchets, and tools across an extraordinary range of patterns and purposes. Much of his work is carried out on machinery he designed, built, repaired, or modified himself, reflecting a maker who understands not just the tool, but the entire system behind it. Gabriel was also the founding employee and primary maker at a now well-established regional axe company, where he was hired to design, engineer, build, and operate the complete production process that continues to produce thousands of axes each year.

Since  founding New England Axe & Tool (NEAT) in a workshop he once again designed, engineered, and built entirely by hand, from the electrical system to the final stud and finish. Every hammer, set of tongs, die, and stamp is made by Gabriel himself. Every piece of steel, wood, and leather in each NEAT tool is worked solely by Gabriel McNeil.

Gabriel’s work is defined by a rare union of metallurgical insight, mechanical mastery, and hands-on material expertise. The value of his tools is ultimately proven through their durability, balance, and uncompromising performance in use.

Brand: Northeast Axe & Tool (NEAT)
Smith: Gabriel McNeill
Line: Splitting Axe
Made In: Portland, Maine, USA
Edge Steel: 1055
Steel Type: Carbon
Finish: Kurouchi (forge finish)
Handle Material: Hickory w/ Walnut Wedge
Handle Length: 28"
Cutting Edge: 5.5"
Head Weight: 5lb
Cover/Sheath: Yes, Leather Cover

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Brand: Best Manufacturers
Made In: Mexico
Materials: Cast Aluminum
Total Diameter: 210mm (8")
Weight: 1351g

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements. 

Brand: Ryusen Hamono  株式会社 龍泉刃物
Line: GURENHIRYU KAI 
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan
Profile: Sujihiki/Slicer
Edge Length: 258mm
Blade Height: 37mm
Edge Steel: SPG STRIX
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 65±
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Stabilized Poplar Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stabilized Poplar Wood
Spine Length: 287mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 136mm
Total Length: 423mm
Weight: 160g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care advisement: Stainless
This blade is stainless steel. While it is resistant to stains and corrosion, “stain-less” does not mean “stain-proof.” Care must still be taken to keep the blade dry when not in use. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastic.

Brand: Vachon Knives
Smith: Noah Vachon
Sharpener: Noah Vachon
Made in: Tomifobia, Quebec
Profile: Kiritsuke Petty
Edge Length: 260mm
Blade Height: 36mm
Edge Steel: AEB-L
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Cherry, Copper Ferrule 
Total Length: 185mm
Spine Length: 150m
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.1mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Weight: 165g
Saya/Guard:  Sold Separately