{"title":"Steel Collection For Chromax","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"shibata-koutetsu-chromax-boss-nakiri-ebony-black-ring-handle","title":"Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm, Ebony Black Ring Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife with a Chromax stainless steel core and ebony octagonal handle, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts requiring precise push-cutting performance. Hand-ground by Takayuki Shibata in Fukuyama, this san-mai stainless clad blade features a migaki finish and measures 172mm in edge length with a consistent 1.9mm spine thickness from heel to tip. The flat edge profile facilitates straight vertical cuts through vegetables, ensuring full board contact without rocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChromax is a conventionally smelted high-chromium stainless steel manufactured by Takefu Special Steel that offers good corrosion resistance and easier sharpening characteristics. This non-powder metallurgy steel provides toughness and moderate edge retention within a 60-62 HRC range. Weighing 204g with a 63mm heel height, the knife pairs its thin geometry with an octagonal ebony handle featuring a subtle taper. Each blade bears Shibata’s engraved signature and reflects his focus on functional grinding and bevel-making over decorative elements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47367943979229,"sku":"SHIB-SGKT-BNA175-EB","price":449.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/ShibataKoutetsuChromaxBossNakiri_EbonyBlackRingHandlea.jpg?v=1770344351"},{"product_id":"shibata-koutetsu-chromax-boss-nakiri-175mm-ebony-white-ring-handle","title":"Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm, Ebony White Ring Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife featuring Chromax stainless steel and an octagonal ebony handle, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts requiring precise push-cutting performance. This 175mm blade measures 172mm in edge length with a 63mm heel height and weighs 204g. The san-mai stainless clad construction features a migaki surface finish and maintains a consistent 1.9mm spine thickness from heel to tip. Takayuki Shibata hand-grinds each blade in Fukuyama to produce thin geometry behind the edge that glides through produce while resisting stickage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChromax is a conventionally smelted high-chromium stainless steel manufactured by Takefu Special Steel that offers good corrosion resistance and easier sharpening characteristics. Rated between 60 and 62 HRC, this non-powder metallurgy steel provides toughness alongside moderate edge retention. The nakiri profile features a relatively flat edge designed for straight, clean push cuts through vegetables without rocking, ensuring full board contact during chopping. The octagonal ebony handle includes a white ring accent and subtle taper for grip comfort. 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The blade surface displays a traditional Tsuchime hammered finish, while the handle is made of Western Pakka Wood with an integral bolster. This model is finished to a hardness of 60–62 HRC, balancing edge retention with the toughness required for a thin geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuited for pro chefs and enthusiasts, this Santoku profile excels at slicing and dicing dense produce due to its low thickness and hand-sharpened convex bevel. The Chromax steel, produced by Takefu Special Steel, offers corrosion resistance higher than pure carbon steel while maintaining the ability to achieve a very sharp edge. Users should note that the thin blade geometry makes the knife brittle; cutting hard items like bone is not recommended. Maintenance involves washing with neutral detergent and drying immediately, as the Pakka Wood handle can be damaged by dishwashers or prolonged heat exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a heel height of 46mm and a total weight of 152g, the knife provides a controlled feel for chopping tasks. The Tsuchime finish creates a textured contrast against the clean Migaki bevel. 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The flatter edge geometry supports controlled peeling when held in hand, while the 152mm edge length and 33mm heel height suit general-purpose kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis knife uses SG2 powdered stainless steel hardened to 62-64 HRC, offering high wear resistance and fine edge sharpness through uniform carbide distribution. The san-mai stainless clad construction pairs with a migaki surface finish that reduces food stickage during cutting. Weighing 75g with a spine measuring 2.0mm at the heel and tapering to 1.0mm at the tip, the blade reflects Shibata’s hand-ground geometry focused on thinness behind the edge. An octagonal rosewood handle with a synthetic horn ferrule provides an ambidextrous grip suitable for detailed manipulation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48117067055325,"sku":"SHIB-CMKT-PE135","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_7327.jpg?v=1783041245"},{"product_id":"shibata-koutetsu-chromax-boss-nakiri-175mm-rosewood-handle","title":"Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm, Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Boss Nakiri 175mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife featuring Chromax stainless steel and an octagonal ebony handle, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts requiring precise push-cutting performance. This 175mm blade measures 172mm in edge length with a 63mm heel height and weighs 204g. 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