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Kyokuha

The original NSK Kogyo diamond stone series, Kyokuha are built for ease of use and compatibility with a wide variety of steels from carbon, stainless, powder, even tool steel. It has a large selection of grits to fit almost every user's needs. These are the softest of the NSK series and probably easiest to learn sharpening and polishing. 

Recommended for beginners and seasoned users, or those who simply prefer softer stones.

Brand: NSK Kogyo Ltd.
Grit Range: #10000
Length: 200mm
Width: 75mm
Height: 26.5mm
Weight: 740g

Kyokuha

The original NSK Kogyo diamond stone series, Kyokuha are built for ease of use and compatibility with a wide variety of steels from carbon, stainless, powder, even tool steel. It has a large selection of grits to fit almost every user's needs. These are the softest of the NSK series and probably easiest to learn sharpening and polishing. 

Recommended for beginners and seasoned users, or those who simply prefer softer stones.

Brand: NSK Kogyo Ltd.
Grit Range: #6000-8000
Length: 200mm
Width: 75mm
Height: 26.5mm
Weight: 740g

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: Togashi White #1, Mizu Honyaki
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Togashi Blacksmith 富樫打刃物製作所
Sharpener: Kenya Togashi
Profile: Fugubiki
Edge Length: 291mm
Blade Height: 32mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #1 (white #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Honyaki (Differentially Hardened)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Mirror (Kyomen)
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Makassar Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 309mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .8mm
Handle Length: 144mm
Total Length: 452mm
Weight: 140g
Saya/Guard: Saya Included

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: SPG STRIX
Made in: Aomori - Japan
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 168mm
Blade Height: 51mm
Edge Steel: SPG STRIX
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 182mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .7mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 310mm
Weight: 158g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: VG Xeos
Made in: Aomori, Japan
Smith: Nigara Homono 
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 173mm
Blade Height: 50.5mm
Edge Steel: VG Xeos
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 188mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .8mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 317mm
Weight: 158g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: MOKI
Made In: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Style: Folding knife
Blade Profile: Drop point
Grind: Flat Ground
Blade Steel: AUS-8
Steel Type: Stainless
Blade Length: 55mm
Blade Height: 8mm
Blade Thickness: 2.2mm
Blade Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Opening Mechanism: Thumb Stud
Locking Mechanism: Back Lock
Handle/Scale Material: Grilon
Handle/Scale Color: Sand Beige
Blade Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Length: 90mm
Total Length Open: 152mm
Total Length Closed: 92mm
Total Thickness: 12.5mm
Weight: 37g
Sheath/Clip: None 
Lanyard Hole: Yes

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

Brand: Sakai Kikumori 堺菊守
Line: Kikuzuki Uzu
Made in: Sakai - Japan
Smith: Tanaka Uchihamono 田中打刃物
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 140mm
Blade Height: 29mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #1 (blue #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron Damascus
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn 
Spine Length: 152mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.1mm
Handle Length: 124mm
Total Length: 275mm
Weight: 65g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Care Advisements: 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.

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives may differ slightly in appearance and measurements. The multicolor lacquer finish found on this knife is meant purely for the protection of the blade during shipping and handling, and will need to be removed before use.

Brand: Sakai Kikumori
Line: SPG STRIX
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 228mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Edge Steel: SPG STRIX
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 242mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Total Length: 377mm
Weight: 230g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Sakai Kikumori
Line: Seiun
Made in: Sakai - Japan
Smith: Satoshi Nakagawa 
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 201mm
Blade Height: 48mm
Edge Steel: VG10
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft stainless Damascus
Finish: Damascus (sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 215mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 342mm
Weight: 182g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Sakai Kikumori
Line: Seiun
Made in: Sakai - Japan
Smith: Satoshi Nakagawa 
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 170mm
Blade Height: 48mm
Edge Steel: VG10
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft stainless Damascus
Finish: Damascus (sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 187mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1mm
Handle Length: 129mm
Total Length: 314mm
Weight: 175mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: HG
Made in: Seki-Gifu, Japan
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 158mm
Blade Height: 45.5mm
Edge Steel: Unclassified
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Construction: Awase(clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso), Tsuchime (Hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Pakka
Spine Length: 177mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 2mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Total Length: 305mm
Weight: 148g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: HG
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 185mm
Blade Height: 45.4mm
Edge Steel: Undisclosed Stainless Steel
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Stainless Damascus
Finish: Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Cherry
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Ebony
Spine Length: 195mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .9mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Total Length: 330mm
Weight: 110g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら 
Line: Kuma Blue #2
Made in: Seki-Gifu, Japan
Profile: Gyuto/Chef
Edge Length: 181mm
Blade Height: 41mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
HRC: 59±1HRC 
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless 
Finish: Tsuchime (hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: Symmetrical
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 184mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Total Length: 302mm
Weight: 139g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら 
Line: HG Tsuchime Damascus
Made in: Seki-Gifu, Japan
Profile: Petty
Edge Length: 155mm
Blade Height: 29mm
Edge Steel: Unclassified
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (hammered), Damascus (sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: Symmetrical
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Pakka
Spine Length: 161mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Total Length: 285mm
Weight: 77g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separtely

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: FJ
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan 
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 230mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Edge Steel: VG10
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double (Asymmetric) 
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed (Asymmetric) 
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 245mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 384mm
Weight: 150mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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

Brand: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: VG Xeos
Made in: Aomori, Japan
Smith: Nigara Homono
Profile: Petty
Edge Length: 150mm
Blade Height: 31.5mm
Edge Steel: VG Xeos
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 164mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Total Length: 278mm
Weight: 87mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: VG Xeos
Made in: Aomori, Japan
Smith: Nigara Homono
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 165mm
Blade Height: 57mm
Edge Steel: VG Xeos
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 195mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 2mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 323mm
Weight: 218g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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

Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
Producing Area: Sanjo, Niigata, Japan
Diameter: 2-2.5mm
Length: 240mm - 360mm

Pack of 20 skweres

Brand: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: VG Xeos
Made in: Aomori, Japan
Smith: Nigara Homono
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 212mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: VG Xeos
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 226mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.3mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1mm
Handle Length: 235mm
Total Length: 360mm
Weight: 178mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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

Brand: Higonokami かね駒 肥後守
Made In: Miki, Hyogo - Japan
Smith: Mitsuo Nagao 永尾 光雄
Line: Motosuke
Style: Folding
Blade Profile: Kiritsuke
Grind: Flat
Blade Steel: Aogami #2/Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Blade Length: 
Blade Height: 
Blade Thickness: 
Blade Construction: Awase, San-Mai
Frame Construction: Unibody 
Opening Mechanism: Thumb Pad
Locking Mechanism: N/A, Friction
Washers/Pivot System: N/A
Bolster: N/A
Pommel: N/A
Spacer/Spring: N/A
Handle/Scale Material: Brass
Handle/Scale Color: Brass
Blade Finish/Color: Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Length: 120mm
Total Length Open: 210mm
Total Length Closed: 142mm
Total Thickness: 4mm
Weight: 105g
Sheath/Clip: Sold Separately
Lanyard Hole: Yes

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

One of our most trusted sources handpicks these stones from the famed Imanishi in Kyoto for us, spending hours testing dozens and dozens and selecting only the best of the best at a variety of price points. These tennen toishi represent some of the best value you will find on the market for natural stones.

These stones are so impressive that they often make you feel like you are "cheating", so to speak - they provide outstanding results at a speed seemingly found only in stones that cost many times more, all while being fun and easy to use - they make it seem as if you have learned years of polishing in a matter of minutes. Combining these gems with the correct steel, you will come to understand the beautiful harmony skilled polishers sometimes have difficulty describing - working on natural stones with well-made knives truly ties the whole subject together.

We are proud to provide such wonderful pieces to you!

Brand: Komon-picked Imanishi
Producing Area: Kyoto - Japan
Mine: Hideriyama
Appearance: Classic Hideriyama Asagi with faint Kan and red hues visible when wet
Size: 194mm x 69mm x 29mm
Weight: 911g
~Grit Range: 4000-6000

1-5 Scale: 1 = Less, 5 = More
Hardness Level: 2.5
Scratch Depth: 1.5
Speed: 3.5
Wear Rate: 2
Self Slurry: 4
Thirst: 3
Consistency: 4
Feedback: 2
Ease of Use: 4

Notes: A classic representation of quality Hideriyama - mid-grit that you can work the slurry easily into lower high-grits; smooth, very consistent almost silky feedback; fast with dark slurry showing immediately; firm but on the softer side; and easy to use. A very high quality specimen for the cost and an ideal option for those getting into natural stones given its ease of use - just avoid gouging the surface. The lines cannot be felt and are not toxic.

Recommended Usage: Frosty Kasumi; mid+ step in polishing sequence; general wide bevel work, just firm enough for push cut tools; refined edges with the slightest bit of bite.

Disclaimer: Given the natural aspect of these stones, all graded characteristics are our own subjective thoughts which may vary from your expectations and assessment. The images shown and characteristics described may be from a previous, random example, or when first measured before being tested numerous times. If purchased, yours may differ slightly in appearance and qualities. All stone sales are final.