Here are some knives that I don’t really want to keep – when I’m honest with myself and not finding pretexts to keep them. So opening this up for trades as well and see what comes out.
Price drop/Shipping included
Konosuke HD2 – 199/49 122g Balance +15
310$ CAD / 250$ USD
From BST, sharpened a couple times on fine stones only, some scratches from use and near the edge bevels. Not into lasers and a bit on the light side for my tastes too.
Matsubara Nashiji – 230/53 Ginsan 163g Balance +30
330$ CAD / 270$ USD
This one has seen a lot of use, but only two sharpenings, and one big thinning session transforming it into the laser it had the potential to become. Since refinish isn’t perfect, I removed 100$ from the price I paid even though my work is great added value. This knife redefines the laser territory: you get a rounded spine almost 4mm thick out of handle and 3mm at heel in a tall knife – those characteristics you’re not likely to see in typical lasers. Or a lot of Ginsan knives for that matter. I’m just not into lasers all that much, even those that good, and need some fresh air. Time to say goodbye to this baby. Lefties should look elsewhere.
Y.Tanaka/Takada No Hamono Reika – 197/46 White #2 151g Balance +5 –
360$ CAD / 290$ USD
Recently cleaned of its patina, slight tip chip it came with repaired, sharpened once on fine stones only.
Thanks!
Price drop/Shipping included
Konosuke HD2 – 199/49 122g Balance +15
310$ CAD / 250$ USD
From BST, sharpened a couple times on fine stones only, some scratches from use and near the edge bevels. Not into lasers and a bit on the light side for my tastes too.
Matsubara Nashiji – 230/53 Ginsan 163g Balance +30
330$ CAD / 270$ USD
This one has seen a lot of use, but only two sharpenings, and one big thinning session transforming it into the laser it had the potential to become. Since refinish isn’t perfect, I removed 100$ from the price I paid even though my work is great added value. This knife redefines the laser territory: you get a rounded spine almost 4mm thick out of handle and 3mm at heel in a tall knife – those characteristics you’re not likely to see in typical lasers. Or a lot of Ginsan knives for that matter. I’m just not into lasers all that much, even those that good, and need some fresh air. Time to say goodbye to this baby. Lefties should look elsewhere.
Y.Tanaka/Takada No Hamono Reika – 197/46 White #2 151g Balance +5 –
360$ CAD / 290$ USD
Recently cleaned of its patina, slight tip chip it came with repaired, sharpened once on fine stones only.
Thanks!
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