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So how realistic are these? I mean Tojiro or Misono probably aren't worried about their sales at all, why would they agree to a drop? Also please consider shipping from Japan.
Pyrogenetix
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This is an example of what Massdrop should be able to do well, though. Costs for a company like Misono or Tojiro are fairly high, but if Massdrop could put together a giant order, maybe we could get a great deal. A Tojiro DP or Misono Moly for $70 is a good knife, but not exactly a bargain. But how about if they could sell 900 of them for $50? If Massdrop is bringing them over as one lot, shipping costs (per unit) are a non-issue. The Victorinox would be an even better example of the Massdrop paradigm--the price is inflated quite a bit at retail because Victorinox knows they'll still sell--but maybe Massdrop could get them for $20. I don't really want a Victorinox, even for $20, but surely some people would. If Massdrop could get a Victorinox in a better steel, now *that* would be interesting. That's the kind of model we see in other "communities" here like headphones: a popular, cheap-to-make-expensive-to-buy product brought down to a more affordable price by cutting out the 50% retail markup, plus some tweaks specifically aimed at the enthusiast. Seems like Massdrop would have an easier time cutting out the middle man in this case, though, and going directly to a Chinese manufacturer. That's what we've seen in the really successful Massdrop cutlery projects.
Its sad to see so many with so little knowledge of good knives. how the kohetsu HAP40 isnt #1 is beyond me
Please no more Shun and Global, can we get a proper knife?
Bring on the Global chef knife, Massdrop!
I'd love to get a vg10 chef knife. I have a Tojiro shirogami santoku which is amazing. But I'm just worried the steel won't stand up to the sometimes bone crunching (literally) work I'd put my chefs knife through. A vg10 would suit me better since it's a little more resilient. But man is that Tojiro a lot of bang for buck! So easy to sharpen and gets super sharp even with my YouTube thought sharpening technique!
The Takamura HSPS series is my preferred set for allround work- I go with the Santoku for the most part in everyday use, whereas I use the Gyoto style one when longer cuts are needed- the paring knife is also nice- for professional use the 15 cm one is recommended.
The thin blades are wonderful for low pressure, clean cuts on chives and other sensitive things.
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Mind, the paring knives might be bothersome with their small blades, depending on your gripping technique and handsize. (ending up with your knuckles touching/scraping against the board if you aren't used to using knives like those)
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Rukiiuu
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Those are beautiful knives and I love that they have no bolster because it makes them easier to sharpen.
Rukiiuu
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I have the Gyotu and petty. Really the only 2 knives I use.
I find 8" knives too unwieldy - how about some smaller ones?
alsonot
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"you're holding it wrong"... :D
but really, anything less than 8" and there is not enough effective edge to serve as a 'one ring to rule them all' chef knife.
Work on your technique, or try some wa-gyuto (D-shape handle).
Another viable option is to use a petty knife 12cm/15cm and then get a santoku/nakiri instead of a chef knife.
Tojiro DP are great knives. Hard steel that holds its edge. Yoshihiro cutlery also makes great knives but honestly I'm not a fan of folded steel as it actually weakens the steel overall. The only thing i don't like about these knives are the western handles. With a Japanese style knife Id prefer to have the traditional D handle on either of those knives. The Moritaka knife i submitted is for the price one of the best hand forged knives on the market. I have a few of Moritaka's knives and honestly they should be about $300-$400 knives for the quality and craftsmanship you get.
Nec89
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I'd prefer say, a Masakage knife for the range of $300-400. Excellent grinds, amazing fit and finish, and the sharpest knife out of the box I've used yet!
Tojiro DP is a kickass knife. LOTS of bang for your buck. Hard and sharp as hell. Good stuff.
wow, we're almost there.. just a few more votes to go! hope Massdrop can get us a good deal with Yoshihiro Cutlery, since they are CA based (made in Japan though).
If not, I'd opt for a 9" Tojiro DP instead. I prefer it to the 8" as a single, do-it-all chef knife.
Let's bring it !!
Thanks for this poll. I don't know why we keep dropping Mac knives when we could be voting for higher end stuff.
I got a G2 that I use everyday and it is soo good you don't even know.
Listed all of my preferred knives that fit the description. I owned each and every one of these, and can wholeheartedly vouch for their quality.
Any of these would be great for a first time J knife , especially if you're willing to learn how to sharpen using whetstones !