{"title":"ZDP-189 Steel","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sukenari-zdp-189-santoku-180mm-with-wenge-buffalo-handle","title":"Sukenari ZDP-189 Santoku 180mm with Wenge Buffalo Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eMany knife enthusiasts have Sukenari ZDP-189 in their wishlists, but the top range ZDP-189 is often quite expensive. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeautifully grinded and extremely thin behind the edge, the cutting performance of this knife is simply sensational. \u003c\/span\u003eWe have decided to add this ZDP-189 Santoku with a simple polished finish, which brings down the cost but not the cutting performance. By removing finishes that do not contribute to knife performance, this Sukenari santoku is both affordable and extremely high performing. Production is extremely limited, and wait time is on average one year once sold out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Toyama-shi, Toyama Prefecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Santoku\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore Steel Type: ZDP189 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane Finish: Polished\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness Level: 67-68 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Type: Double-edged Blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 180mm (7\") \/ Actual 185mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 47mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Thickness (above heel): 2.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Material: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa Material: Buffalo Horn\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Length: 134mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 151g (5.32oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand chiselled mark: In Japanese Kanji \"Trademark Sukenari ZDP-189\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout ZDP-189 Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZDP-189 is a super steel from Hitachi, with extremely high carbon and chromium content. The steel can achieve superbly high hardness, enabling some artisans to harden the knife to up to 67HRC. ZDP-189 knives are pricier compared with knives of same style and finish but with a lesser steel. These knives could retain sharpness much longer, but require more experience when it comes to sharpening. Burrfection Store does \u003cspan\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e recommend sharpening beginners to buy this knife as their first knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Sukenari 佑成\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSukenari (佑成\/すけなり) is a small artisan knife maker based in Toyoma city of Japan. Established in 1933 by Fijikichi Hanaki, Sukenari became famous in Japan for its Honyaki forged knives, one of the hardest forging techniques. Now in the hands of 3rd generation Hanaki - Mr. Nobuo Hanaki, Sukenari is continuing pushing the envelop of chef knives while committed to the finest tradition of Japanese knife making. Today Sukenari is known for its work with various super steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash and dry with soft sponge, and safely store after use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sukenari","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":34560454262941,"sku":"SNZDSXXSK180GGBB","price":359.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/SNZDSXXSK180GGBB_001.jpg?v=1591471538"},{"product_id":"sukenari-zdp-189-damascus-gyuto-with-ebony-handle","title":"Sukenari ZDP-189 Mirror Damascus Gyuto","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the top of the range handcrafted ZDP-189 Gyuto from Sukenari with a beautiful and immaculate mirror Damascus finish, and a beautiful and hard-to-find marbled blond ebony\/buffalo horn wa-handle. The grind is superior and the fit and finish level are exceedingly high. Heat-treated to 67 HRC the ZDP-189 power steel offers extraordinary back-the-edge thinness and unsurpassed edge retention. The knife is both stunning and extremely high performing. Production is extremely limited, and wait time is on average one year once sold out. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Toyama-shi, Toyama Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Sukenari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Nobuo Hanaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): ZDP189\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 67 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKyomen (Mirror)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 210mm (8.3\") \/ 240mm (9.4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 48mm \/ 49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.6mm \/ 2.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.4mm \/ 2.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Custom Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRosewood (Dalbergia Odorifera)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa \/ Tsukajiri: Marble Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivider:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRosewood (Dalbergia Odorifera)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinmaki: Nickel Copper (x3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 135mm \/ 138mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 355mm \/ 388mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbony Handle: 181g (6.38oz) \/ 224g (7.90oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood Handle: 190g (6.70oz) \/ 218g (7.69oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark (Front): In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eTrademark Sukenari ZDP189\u003c\/em\u003e\" (登録 佑成 ZDP189)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark (Back): In Japanese Kanji \"Super Steel\" (超鋼)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAbout ZDP-189 Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZDP-189 is a super steel from Hitachi, with extremely high carbon and chromium content. The steel can achieve superbly high hardness, enabling some artisans to harden the knife to up to 67HRC. ZDP-189 knives are pricier compared with knives of same style and finish but with a lesser steel. These knives could retain sharpness much longer, but require more experience when it comes to sharpening. Burrfection Store does not recommend sharpening beginners to buy this knife as their first knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Sukenari 佑成\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSukenari is a small artisan knife maker based in Toyoma city of Japan. Established in 1933 by Fijikichi Hanaki, Sukenari became famous in Japan for its Honyaki forged knives, one of the hardest forging techniques. Now in the hands of 3rd generation Hanaki - Mr. Nobuo Hanaki, Sukenari is continually pushing the envelope of chef knives while committed to the finest tradition of Japanese knife making. Today Sukenari is known for its work with various super steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards, and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong the knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sukenari","offers":[{"title":"210mm \/ Ebony with Black Buffalo Horn","offer_id":45114164838619,"sku":"SNZDSDMGY210GENK","price":659.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"210mm \/ Ebony with White Buffalo Horn","offer_id":37280787431605,"sku":"SNZDSDMGY210GEBD","price":659.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"210mm \/ Rosewood","offer_id":39732787216565,"sku":"SNZDSDMGY210GZOW","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm \/ Ebony with Black Buffalo Horn","offer_id":45114171130075,"sku":"SNZDSDMGY240GENK","price":659.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm \/ Ebony with White Buffalo Horn","offer_id":37280786579637,"sku":"SNZDSDMGY240GEBD","price":719.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm \/ Rosewood","offer_id":39732787249333,"sku":"SNZDSDMGY240GZOW","price":739.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/SNZDSDMGY210GZOW001_0f2ba59c-1758-4d57-b5cb-70dd6f1eb338.jpg?v=1726459283"},{"product_id":"sukenari-zdp-189-damascus-kiritsuke-with-ebony-handle","title":"Sukenari ZDP-189 Mirror Damascus Kiritsuke Gyuto","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the top of the range handcrafted ZDP-189 Kiritsuke-Gyuto from Sukenari with a beautiful and immaculate mirror Damascus finish, and a beautiful and hard-to-find marbled blond ebony\/buffalo horn wa-handle. The grind is superior and the fit and finish level are exceedingly high. Heat-treated to 67 HRC the ZDP-189 power steel offers extraordinary back-the-edge thinness and unsurpassed edge retention. The knife is both stunning and extremely high performing. Production is extremely limited, and wait time is on average one year once sold out. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Toyama-shi, Toyama Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Sukenari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Nobuo Hanaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke-Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): ZDP189\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 67 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKyomen (Mirror)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 210mm (8.3\") \/ 240mm (9.4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 48mm \/ 51mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.7mm \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2.7mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.4mm \/ 2.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Custom Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony \/ Rosewood (Dalbergia Odorifera)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa \/ Tsukajiri: Marble Buffalo Horn \/ Black Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivider: Rosewood (Dalbergia Odorifera)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinmaki: Nickel Copper (x3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 135mm \/ 145mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 355mm \/ 392mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbony Handle: 196g (6.91oz) \/ 238g (8.39oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood Handle: 186g (6.56oz) \/ 228g (8.04oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark (Front): In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eTrademark Sukenari ZDP189\u003c\/em\u003e\" (登録 佑成 ZDP189)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark (Back): In Japanese Kanji \"Super Steel\" (超鋼)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAbout ZDP-189 Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZDP-189 is a super steel from Hitachi, with extremely high carbon and chromium content. The steel can achieve superbly high hardness, enabling some artisans to harden the knife to up to 67HRC. ZDP-189 knives are pricier compared with knives of same style and finish but with a lesser steel. These knives could retain sharpness much longer, but require more experience when it comes to sharpening. Burrfection Store does not recommend sharpening beginners to buy this knife as their first knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Sukenari 佑成\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSukenari is a small artisan knife maker based in Toyoma city of Japan. Established in 1933 by Fijikichi Hanaki, Sukenari became famous in Japan for its Honyaki forged knives, one of the hardest forging techniques. Now in the hands of 3rd generation Hanaki - Mr. Nobuo Hanaki, Sukenari is continually pushing the envelope of chef knives while committed to the finest tradition of Japanese knife making. Today Sukenari is known for its work with various super steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards, and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong the knife’s edge. 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Beautifully grinded and extremely thin behind the edge, the cutting performance of this knife is simply sensational. We have decided to add this ZDP-189 Kiritsuke Gyuto with a simple polished finish, which brings down the cost but not the cutting performance. By removing finishes that do not contribute to knife performance, this Sukenari Kiritsuke Gyuto is both affordable and extremely high performing. Production is extremely limited, and wait time is on average one year once sold out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Toyama-shi, Toyama Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Sukenari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Nobuo Hanaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke-Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): ZDP189\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 67 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 210mm (8.3\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 47mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Custom Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 136mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 355mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 187g (6.60oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark (Front): In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eTrademark Sukenari ZDP189\u003c\/em\u003e\" (登録 佑成 ZDP189)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark (Back): In Japanese Kanji \"Super Steel\" (超鋼)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAbout ZDP-189 Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZDP-189 is a super steel from Hitachi, with extremely high carbon and chromium content. The steel can achieve superbly high hardness, enabling some artisans to harden the knife to up to 67HRC. ZDP-189 knives are pricier compared with knives of same style and finish but with a lesser steel. These knives could retain sharpness much longer, but require more experience when it comes to sharpening. Burrfection Store does not recommend sharpening beginners to buy this knife as their first knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Sukenari 佑成\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSukenari is a small artisan knife maker based in Toyoma city of Japan. Established in 1933 by Fijikichi Hanaki, Sukenari became famous in Japan for its Honyaki forged knives, one of the hardest forging techniques. Now in the hands of 3rd generation Hanaki - Mr. Nobuo Hanaki, Sukenari is continually pushing the envelope of chef knives while committed to the finest tradition of Japanese knife making. Today Sukenari is known for its work with various super steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards, and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong the knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sukenari","offers":[{"title":"210mm","offer_id":37280798703797,"sku":"SNZDSXXKT210GEBK","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/SNZDSXXKT210GEBK001_330e4314-6f49-4dc9-a7f5-673d4ec41d11.jpg?v=1694078883"},{"product_id":"sukenari-zdp-189-steel-3-layers-gyuto-with-ebony-black-buffalo-handle","title":"Sukenari ZDP-189 Gyuto with Ebony Buffalo Horn Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany knife enthusiasts have Sukenari ZDP-189 in their wishlists, but the top range ZDP-189 is often quite expensive. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeautifully hand-grinded and extremely thin behind the edge, the cutting performance of this knife is simply sensational. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have decided to add this ZDP-189 Gyuto with a simple polished finish, which brings down the cost but not the cutting performance. By removing finishes that do not contribute to knife performance, this Sukenari Gyuto is both affordable and extremely high performing. Production is extremely limited, and wait time is on average one year once sold out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Toyama-shi, Toyama Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Sukenari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Nobuo Hanaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): ZDP189\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 67 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 210mm (8.3\") \/ 240mm (9.4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 48mm \/ 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.6mm \/ 2.3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.4mm \/ 2.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Custom Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa \/ \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTsukajiri\u003c\/span\u003e: Black \/ White Buffalo Horn\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinmaki: Nickel Copper (x3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 135mm \/ 143mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 351mm \/ 390mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlack Buffalo Horn Handle: \u003c\/span\u003e183g (6.46oz) \/ 223g (7.86oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/span\u003e Buffalo Horn Handle: 187g (6.60oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark (Front): In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eTrademark Sukenari ZDP189\u003c\/em\u003e\" (登録 佑成 ZDP189)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark (Back): In Japanese Kanji \"Super Steel\" (超鋼)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAbout ZDP-189 Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZDP-189 is a super steel from Hitachi, with extremely high carbon and chromium content. The steel can achieve superbly high hardness, enabling some artisans to harden the knife to up to 67HRC. ZDP-189 knives are pricier compared with knives of same style and finish but with a lesser steel. These knives could retain sharpness much longer, but require more experience when it comes to sharpening. Burrfection Store does not recommend sharpening beginners to buy this knife as their first knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Sukenari 佑成\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSukenari is a small artisan knife maker based in Toyoma city of Japan. Established in 1933 by Fijikichi Hanaki, Sukenari became famous in Japan for its Honyaki forged knives, one of the hardest forging techniques. Now in the hands of 3rd generation Hanaki - Mr. Nobuo Hanaki, Sukenari is continually pushing the envelope of chef knives while committed to the finest tradition of Japanese knife making. Today Sukenari is known for its work with various super steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards, and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong the knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sukenari","offers":[{"title":"210mm \/ Black Buffalo Horn","offer_id":37280806633653,"sku":"SNZDSXXGY210GEBK","price":419.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"210mm \/ White Buffalo Horn","offer_id":39732620820661,"sku":"SNZDSXXGY210GEOW","price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm \/ Black Buffalo Horn","offer_id":44258913779931,"sku":"SNZDSXXGY240GEBK","price":489.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/SNZDSXXGY210GEOW001_c75afd0d-d455-4697-a840-665698b5f5bf.jpg?v=1733990035"},{"product_id":"miyabi-black-5000mcd67-petty","title":"Miyabi \"Black\" Kurosome Damascus Petty","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003ePetty knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e in Miyabi's Black series is made of MC66 micro-carbide powdered steel (ZDP-189), clad in stainless steel with a mesmerizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 133-layer Kurosome Damascus finish. The blade is heat-treated and ice-hardened\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e to a whopping 66 HRC, and hand-sharpened using a traditional, three-step Honbazuke method. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe fit and finish is superior, with a very smooth choil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ergonomically designed D-shaped handle is made of Black Ash, and fitted with mosaic pins. Miyabi's Kanji character (雅) is engraved at the bottom of the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Seki, Gifu Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMiyabi (Part of Zwilling Japan)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel No.: 34400-093 \/ 34400-133\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Petty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: \u003cspan\u003eSan Mai\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double Edged (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): MC66 (ZDP189)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 66 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurosome (Black Etched)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 90mm (3.5\") \/ 140mm (5.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 25mm \/ 34mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 1.8mm \/ 1.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 1.7mm \/ 1.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Marushinogi (D-shaped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Black Ash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDecorative: Mosaic Pin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 99mm \/ 99mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 203mm \/ 257mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 82g (2.89oz) \/ 100g (3.53oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMark (Front)\u003c\/span\u003e: In Japanese Kaniji \"\u003cem\u003eMiyabi\u003c\/em\u003e\" (雅)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark (Back): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"Miyabi 5000MCD67 Made in Japan\" ; \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Model No. ;\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Cryodur Micro Carbide MC66 Stainless Steel\"  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Miyabi \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e雅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMiyabi is Zwilling's answer to the superior quality of Japanese knives. Realising that it is simply impossible to catch up with Japanese knifemaking, Zwilling Group has decided to set up Zwilling Japan, and recruit local craftsmen to make Japanese knives using the tradition of the ancient masters. According to Zwilling, \"Miyabi knives are authentic because MIYABI does not try to be Japanese; it really is Japanese.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Beautifully grinded and extremely thin behind the edge, the cutting performance of this knife is simply sensational. We have decided to add this ZDP-189 Sujihiki with a simple polished finish, which brings down the cost but not the cutting performance. By removing finishes that do not contribute to knife performance, this Sukenari Sujihiki is both affordable and extremely high performing. 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