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Anyone have any input on a honesuki 165mm. Would I be better off with a 150mm? Just for mainly chickens and a few turkeys.
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I am only the home cutter and only average out perhaps 2 a week if that. Seemed a bit overkill for me and was under the impression that a Honesuki would be more nimble and maneuverable with a bit of a narrower tip for getting between things. What advantages would a Garasuki have over a Honesuki in my case?have you considered a Garasuki? It's bigger and thicker.
Bigger, and you could hack through the leg bone if you want with the spine. It will be better for turkey as Well since turkey have more complex musclesI am only the home cutter and only average out perhaps 2 a week if that. Seemed a bit overkill for me and was under the impression that a Honesuki would be more nimble and maneuverable with a bit of a narrower tip for getting between things. What advantages would a Garasuki have over a Honesuki in my case?
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You are refering to one around 185mm correct? Any suggestions of anything under 300? Like a good tight fitting handle everything else I can finish..wa or western doesnt matter.Bigger, and you could hack through the leg bone if you want with the spine. It will be better for turkey as Well since turkey have more complex muscles
Yes looking at carbon thanks.Whatever size you go with, I'd recommend going with a carbon steel. It's never going to see any acid, and it's nice to have something easier to sharpen.
Thank you. Yes 15mm isn't much even 30 (a 180) wouldn't matter much to me I supposeHome cook, and Honesuki is maybe my favourite knife after gyuto.
We break down a fair bit of chicken. I have both lengths and personally am fairly indifferent to whichever one I use.
They are both short knives and length doesn’t feel like it makes a big difference to me.
Maybe go 165 if you’ll use it on large poultry.
You are refering to one around 185mm correct? Any suggestions of anything under 300? Like a good tight fitting handle everything else I can finish..wa or western doesnt matter.
I was looking at misono when I started this thread.
Yes looking at carbon thanks.
Thank you. Yes 15mm isn't much even 30 (a 180) wouldn't matter much to me I suppose
You are refering to one around 185mm correct? Any suggestions of anything under 300?
I saw that when he posted it. Someone asked if it was for sale. Hopefully it has sold. The profile of that just has never set well with me unfortunately. Great price on it.Not carbon but maybe worth a look if still available: WTS - 185mm heiji garasuki..
Thank you zizirex. Appreciate your help. Will take a look at the kikumori.Have you checked the Bessaku? it is around 100 bucks, it is a nice Semi Stainless Steel, if you want carbon, go with the Sakai Takayuki/Kikumori one. it is SK Steel though.
This is the Bessaku:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/MASAHIRO-B...1915?_trksid=p2349526.m4383.l4275.c1#viTabs_0
You could find some Ashi Garasuki sometimes if you are willing to spend a lot of money.
Rough around the edges is fine on the blade, but I don't really care for the handle on these and the next step up sold by carbon and bernal. Specifically on the Bessaku I have seen brand new the wood lifted from the tang. To me that is fortelling of the future life. Just Staying clear of these.Bessaku is the way. A little rough around the edges. But the steel kicks a$$.
Thank You rick. Was looking at these also, Nice to know you like yours.Someone brought the stainless version of this knife back from Japan for me, it’s really a great piece. Note that my point of comparison is almost nothing, I picked up a bessaku in a store once. Great knife for a home kitchen, feels really refined
https://mtckitchen.com/tsukiji-masamoto-carbon-steel-honesuki-boning-150mm-5-9/
Was there a particular brand OP was looking for?
i agree carbon steel due to exclusive protein usage. Nice patina too
Thanks again Tristan. Started with an Ashi but decided to try another perhaps beefier and less expensive. Now looking at Misono and Masamoto, Solid handles and tight fitting.I would say that if you’re keen get a nicer example. Cos you can’t really go wrong
Not carbon but maybe worth a look if still available: WTS - 185mm heiji garasuki..
https://www.aframestokyo.com/tesshu-wa-garasuki-180mm-white-ii-steel-blade-kn180.htmlI've got a Fujiwara 150mm and I just picked up a 165 Misono from MTC. The Fujiwara I've had for several years and I initially just wanted to try out the shape to see if I liked it plus it was cheap.
Personally, I love the shape for chicken, it's pretty much perfect for the job it's designed to do. The Fujiwara while nice, it does have a difficult time staying sharp (blame the operator not the tool). Prior to buying the new Misono I checked out a 180mm perhaps "too beaucoup"
I do enjoy the added size of the Misono, while not a game changer it's certainly not a hindrance. Keep in mind, I'm a home gamer not a professional chef.
Having said all that, I'm desperately looking for a cool wa handled honesuki/garasuki with a wide bevel (Yoshikane, Yoshihiro, old Fujiyama) and unfortunately I can't find any.
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