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Tipo de Bisel Analysis

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Doble Bisel (Ryoba)

Double-bevel (Ryoba) blades are ground symmetrically on both sides. This splits the cutting force evenly, making them intuitive, easy to guide straight down, and highly versatile for home cooks cutting meats, veggies, and general ingredients.

Cutting Mechanics

Single vs Double Bevel Cut Mechanics

Single-Bevel (Kataba)Ingredient (Fish / Daikon)Straight CutPushes Slice Away✓ Clean slices without crushing delicate fibersDouble-Bevel (Ryoba)Ingredient (Meat / Vegetables)Equal Splitting Force✓ Intuitive straight cuts, easy for all home cooks
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Pankiri (Cuchillo para Pan)

Pankiri

Descripción

El Pankiri es el cuchillo de pan japonés. Se caracteriza por su hoja larga y dentada, diseñada para cortar cortezas duras o capas delicadas de bizcocho sin aplastar el interior.

Ideal Para

✓ Corteza de pan duro
✓ Bizcochos blandos
✓ Rebanar tomates
✓ Sándwiches

Características de la Hoja

  • Perfil de doble bisel (Ryoba) con dentado ondulado o puntiagudo.
  • La longitud de la hoja suele ir de los 200 mm a los 270 mm.
  • Afilado especial que minimiza la creación de migas.
  • Fabricado normalmente en acero inoxidable para facilitar su limpieza.

Steel Recommendations

For this type of blade, professional makers typically suggest: VG-10, SG2 (Powdered High Speed Steel), or AUS-10 stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance and robust daily use without chipping.

Regiones Famosas

This cutlery type is famously forged and crafted in:

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Knife Anatomy

Parts of a Traditional Japanese Knife

Tip (Kissaki)Fine slicing & piercingSpine (Mune)Back ridge of the bladeRidge Line (Shinogi)Cutting Edge (Ha)Primary sharp slicing edgeHeel (Ago)Eye coring & heavy prepNeck / Gap (Machi)Handle-to-blade clearanceCollar (Kakumaki)Buffalo horn / collar bandHandle (E) & TangMagnolia wood + inserted tang