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        What is the Difference Between Nakiri and Santoku Knives?

        October 20, 2020 4 min read

        AUS-10 Double Bevel double beveled blades Ginsan Japanese kitchen knife Japanese vegetable knives Kitchen Knives Knife Buying Guide Nakiri Knife Santoku Knife Stainless Steel stainless steel knives VG-10
        The Nakiri and Santoku are the most common Japanese knives used in the Western world. We break down the key differences between these two knives and their functions in this blog.
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        Stainless Steel Kitchen Knives vs High Carbon Steel Kitchen Knives

        June 30, 2020 2 min read

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        High carbon steel can be sharpened to a razor-sharp edge and maintain that edge for generally a very long time.  However, the higher the carbon content the more brittle a knife becomes.  Additionally, as the name suggest, stainless steel is much easier to maintain than high carbon steel. High carbon steel knives need to be wiped down right after use.
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