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by JimInRocks
Mon Feb 17, 2020 11:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Show us your knife collection.
Replies: 742
Views: 211556

Re: Show us your knives!

https://www.instagram.com/p/B8sZlLwH_Rh/
Got this knife a while ago but didn’t use it until I got it rehandled so basically brand new, my little AS Santoku with a custom handle done by Dustin Swaciak to show off a bit at work
by JimInRocks
Fri Feb 14, 2020 7:04 pm
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Re: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

You describing your experience with the Makoto W#2 and he is asking about the Sakura SG2, two totally different knives. I think the "KS" profile is overrated but Hap40 steel does have amazing edge retention. SG2/R2 steel will have much better edge retention than the Gin5 in the PS60 that ...
by JimInRocks
Thu Feb 13, 2020 11:24 pm
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Re: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

It looks like most people recommend the Kohetsu HAP40 so that may be my pick, I will give it a bit longer to see if any one else has other knives or points to suggest
by JimInRocks
Thu Feb 13, 2020 9:56 pm
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Re: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

I'm not a pro, but I feel like this thread is just screaming for the standard Kohetsu HAP40 https://www.chefknivestogo.com/kohawagy24.html Look it seems pretty amazing on paper, I like the Togatta over the normal profile for the flatter edge which suits my cutting style, what is the point of the up...
by JimInRocks
Thu Feb 13, 2020 9:08 pm
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Re: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

I used the 210mm version of the Makoto for a year and a half. I never really liked it. It cut ok. Fit and finish were not good. Edge retention was about on par with quality white #2. The laser kanji looked cheap. The choil hurt my fingers during longer sessions. I eventually gave it away as a Chris...
by JimInRocks
Thu Feb 13, 2020 5:12 pm
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Re: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

Here is a good knife for you. Good stainless steel, in your price range, mono steel construction, cuts great and has a nice stabilized walnut handle. It's a great work knife: https://www.chefknivestogo.com/kapswahagy24.html That does look pretty good, I appreciate the price difference greatly and i...
by JimInRocks
Thu Feb 13, 2020 5:10 pm
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Re: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

Where about is the Kiri balanced may I ask? Thinking about thinning and adding a heavier handle to bring it to a pinch grip balance It’s a very blade heavy knife. I love it. If you look at my Instagram @bensbites you can find lots of photos. Looks like great work mate you have another follower! Goo...
by JimInRocks
Thu Feb 13, 2020 9:48 am
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Re: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

Where about is the Kiri balanced may I ask? Thinking about thinning and adding a heavier handle to bring it to a pinch grip balance
by JimInRocks
Thu Feb 13, 2020 9:46 am
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Re: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

Was going to get re handled no matter how good the handle is, so glad to hear it’s not crash hot so I have an excuse if I get it :lol:
Glad to hear some people have good experiences, I looked at the passaround thread and it seemed pretty split, is HAP40 really that much better than the SG2/R2?
by JimInRocks
Thu Feb 13, 2020 7:47 am
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Re: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

Okay fair enough, thanks mate I am hearing mixed things about it....
by JimInRocks
Wed Feb 12, 2020 6:50 am
Forum: Knife Recommendations
Topic: Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos
Replies: 19
Views: 3425

Kohetsu Togatta HAP40 Vs Makoto Sakura sg2 240 Gyutos

1)Pro or home cook? Apprentice chef and avid home cook 2)What kind of knife do you want? (Gyuto, Santuko, Petty, Paring, Sujihiki, etc.) Gyuto 3) What size knife do you want? 240mm 4)How much do you want to spend? $250 usd max 5) Do you prefer all stainless, stainless clad over reactive carbon, or a...