Mazaki vs Munetoshi Honyaki vs Munetoshi Kurouchi 240mm

[M1k3]

As for as edge retention VS sharpenability (I use my knives mainly in a restaurant) I want good enough edge retention while still being "easy to touch-up". Something like blue/blue super/Ginsan/R2/SemiStainless range is a good compromise. White steel, for me, is more than acceptable for when I don't have a lot of poly board contact. Your mileage and preference may vary.

 

[wphill]

My TF's and mazakis hold up very well. No need to thin a mazaki...but really depends on which one delivered. He went through
different renditions and may have learned his lesson. I used to think that the wow edge of whites disappeared too quickly.
The introduction of a horsebutt strop was a game changer. Then again, I am a home cook.

 

[labor of love]

Yeah as far as steel goes it’s a no lose situation between munetoshi and the newest Mazakis. TF mab steel speaks for itself.

 

[Garm]

I really enjoy sharpening my 210 Munetoshi. I feel I get way more bite in the edge compared to my Y.Ikeda.
The tip is very well done and surprisingly thin considering the rest of the blade. Mine needs a very good thinning, or widening of the bevels, to perform satisfactory as an allround knife in the kitchen. Just slightly too thick in cross-section for the bevel geometry to properly function, but mine may very well be an oddball.

 

[labor of love]

I really enjoy sharpening my 210 Munetoshi. I feel I get way more bite in the edge compared to my Y.Ikeda.
The tip is very well done and surprisingly thin considering the rest of the blade. Mine needs a very good thinning, or widening of the bevels, to perform satisfactory as an allround knife in the kitchen. Just slightly too thick in cross-section for the bevel geometry to properly function, but mine may very well be an oddball.

Agree, much prefer mune San Mai wh2 over any of the Ikeda San mai wh2 up to this point.

 

[Briochy]

What about heat treat of toyama Bl2 compared to Munetoshi Wh2? I know they are different steel, but I'm also kinda intrigued by Toyama Damascus on the website.

 

[labor of love]

What about heat treat of toyama Bl2 compared to Munetoshi Wh2? I know they are different steel, but I'm also kinda intrigued by Toyama Damascus on the website.

The 270mm Toyama dammy?

 

[Briochy]

The 270mm Toyama dammy?

Yeah, that's the one. I figured the grind would be 100 times better than Munetoshi, right? Not sure about heat treat.

 

[labor of love]

Yeah, that's the one. I figured the grind would be 100 times better than Munetoshi, right? Not sure about heat treat.

I’m sure it’s awesome. Try and wait for maxims next sale.