SAKON GINGA NEO-Classic Nashiji Knives

“SAKON GINGA Nashiji-Bright Bolster model” Simply irresistible, Smarter & Advantageous choice for Professionals

“SAKON GINGA Nashiji-Bright Octa-grip model” The comprehensive gear for the modern kitchen.

HITACHI's finest YSS, Gingami3 / SUS405 Clad Steel blade

YSS(Yasugi Specialty Steel) is produced by Hitachi Metals, Yasugi works in the San’in region of Japan, a place renowned for the high purity of its iron sands. And they are classified mainly as Shirogami, Aogami or Gingami for its chemical composition & additives. Either is characteristic heritage steel created by Hitachi’s intelligent alloy design, smelting expertise passed down tradition of Tatara iron-making for Japanese sword.

The core for SAKON Ginga series, Gingami 3 is categorized to stainless steel for its 13-14.5% Chromium blending ratio. Although it’s a corrosion-resistant stainless steel, actual feel of cutting is almost closer to high-end carbon steel, The edge is not slippy but significantly grabbing object fibers. Another reason why professional chef selects Gingami 3 is a good affinity to whetstones at hand re-sharpening. The combination with the soft stainless SUS405 outer layer provides further easiness to the blade sharpening. Easy-care, HRC61 hardness and corrosion-resistant, well-balanced SAKON Ginga is the comprehensive gear for those who love cooking and Professionals as well. Neo-Classic Nashiji finish gives irresistible appeal to the series.