Removing the handle over boiling water worked for me like a charm, I did it on a shibata Koutetsu 180mm bunka (stock), 10 mins over boiling water and was able to pull of the handle without any problems. Put back the tang in a hot water a big so I was able to get of the rest of the glue from the knife, perfect. Thanks a lot to franki for his great video and help.
Heyooooooo. Glad to hear this buddy. This is what it’s all about. This reinforces what I mentioned for those skeptical out there. Will work on wax, hot glue and wood glue methods.
Exactly. What counts and I’ll say this again and again is that the tang is sealed within the handle with no gaps for moisture to crawl in and that the handle stays put on the blade.
Really nice handle. I have four knives coming back with new handles later this week because I'm not as brave as you are about such things. I'll be posting photos.
Josh always does top notch work. I'll be honest, I dig this handle way more than the Tinker. That one looks good, this one looks great. Fantastic match with the blade, excellent combo Frank!
Excellent timing on this video. I actually have a Saji nakiri and a handle from JoBone in the hallway right now. I am thinking of taking on my first install, debating between hot glue and beeswax.
Oh no way. Always happy to hear this. If you’re first ever install, go beeswax in my opinion. Much more forgiving if you need to pop handle off again and make readjustments and a faster clean up too.
@KitchenKnifeGuy with beeswax, would you suggest using some blue painters tape on the handle for ease of cleanup? Or does the wax wipe off easily enough that it is unnecessary in your opinion?
@@johnniemiec3286 Nah not a waste. Beeswax IS super easy to clean, as it just flakes off really. I would have used painter's tape, but actually forgot. I use it in the Tinker rehandle. So not a bad idea for even EASIER clean up, but not necessary.
Wax was an idea that was given to me by a chef in Mexico. And because it was readily available and I like to use what I have I had given it a try and loved it. Hot glue whoever is safer and still cheap in terms of materials. Just affixed a handle using hot glue for the first time. Was messier but just as easy.
I think the largest pro to the new Ginsan Ukiba line is the fact that the blade will no longer be reactive. That was a big sticking point to many on the Metal Flow (too reactive) and same with the Kasumi line. With the Ginsan line you’ll get all the benefits of a thin knife Myojin grind while still maintaining that beautiful floating kasumi without the highly reactive cladding specifically. This is a huge win if that’s the desire. Of course given the two different steels they’ll cut slightly different to. But I’d argue to most the largest difference will be the reactivity.
In my opinion these sorts of handles does not look great on Japanese knifes Doesn’t suit the aesthetics and it should be the knife that shines and grabs attention not the handle With that said Tetsejin knifes rocks, I have a bunch of them myself
For sure Jonas. 110% entitled to your opinion. All of these matters are personal. That’s why I have my knives and you have yours. I love the look of both handle and blade here otherwise I literally wouldn’t have made a custom order like this. How we feel about our tools and how we want them to shine or what part is entirely up to us.
@@JonasDaniel95 Absolutely. Handles are like shoes. They dramatically change the look of an 'outfit'. And we all have or shoe preferences. You'd have gone for a more muted handle I take it correct?
It also isn’t wrong how I pronounce it. No one corrects the Japanese but we’re always expected to be better. If someone is going to watch the video even 30s and that’s the comment I get; I rather not get any engagement. This is what discourages people from learning languages. Perfection. I speak three and don’t speak them all well but I speak them nonetheless. I could let this slide and say nothing as most recommend I do, but again if that’s the only comment I get from pouring hours into making a video then I consider it cyber bullying and I won’t stand for it.
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Removing the handle over boiling water worked for me like a charm, I did it on a shibata Koutetsu 180mm bunka (stock), 10 mins over boiling water and was able to pull of the handle without any problems.
Put back the tang in a hot water a big so I was able to get of the rest of the glue from the knife, perfect. Thanks a lot to franki for his great video and help.
Heyooooooo. Glad to hear this buddy. This is what it’s all about. This reinforces what I mentioned for those skeptical out there. Will work on wax, hot glue and wood glue methods.
Bees wax has always worked well with me and its easy to melt again if you want to change the handle again.
Exactly. What counts and I’ll say this again and again is that the tang is sealed within the handle with no gaps for moisture to crawl in and that the handle stays put on the blade.
Looks A M A Z I N G !!!!
Thank you so much. Glad you like it too.
This is a great idea!! I ought to try some of these ideas with my knives 👍🏽
Give it a try. Literally nothing to lose because it isn’t destructive. That’s why I like it. And approachable for home users too.
Great video, I definitely want a handle from Josh on a future project. Thanks Franki!
He’s the guy.
Really nice handle. I have four knives coming back with new handles later this week because I'm not as brave as you are about such things. I'll be posting photos.
Hey my man. Doesn’t matter how it’s done. At least you’ll have them. Can’t wait to see it.
Josh always does top notch work. I'll be honest, I dig this handle way more than the Tinker. That one looks good, this one looks great. Fantastic match with the blade, excellent combo Frank!
Thanks man and absolutely appreciate the honest feedback. I’m a sucker for a three spacer handle. Josh is next level with the custom requests.
I have the 210mm and love the knife ❤
It’s easy on the eyes. Thin and a great performer.
Excellent timing on this video. I actually have a Saji nakiri and a handle from JoBone in the hallway right now. I am thinking of taking on my first install, debating between hot glue and beeswax.
Oh no way. Always happy to hear this. If you’re first ever install, go beeswax in my opinion. Much more forgiving if you need to pop handle off again and make readjustments and a faster clean up too.
@@KitchenKnifeGuy excellent advice. I was leaning towards hot glue, but the ease of adjustment with beeswax if I'm not happy is probably a great idea.
@KitchenKnifeGuy with beeswax, would you suggest using some blue painters tape on the handle for ease of cleanup? Or does the wax wipe off easily enough that it is unnecessary in your opinion?
@@johnniemiec3286 Nah not a waste. Beeswax IS super easy to clean, as it just flakes off really. I would have used painter's tape, but actually forgot. I use it in the Tinker rehandle. So not a bad idea for even EASIER clean up, but not necessary.
@KitchenKnifeGuy right on. As always, appreciate you sharing your knowledge.
Always used hot glue, super easy. Never thought of wax
Wax was an idea that was given to me by a chef in Mexico. And because it was readily available and I like to use what I have I had given it a try and loved it. Hot glue whoever is safer and still cheap in terms of materials. Just affixed a handle using hot glue for the first time. Was messier but just as easy.
Beside the handle stuff, do you think the tetsujin aogami and ginsan have any differences or just different steel?
I think the largest pro to the new Ginsan Ukiba line is the fact that the blade will no longer be reactive. That was a big sticking point to many on the Metal Flow (too reactive) and same with the Kasumi line. With the Ginsan line you’ll get all the benefits of a thin knife Myojin grind while still maintaining that beautiful floating kasumi without the highly reactive cladding specifically. This is a huge win if that’s the desire. Of course given the two different steels they’ll cut slightly different to. But I’d argue to most the largest difference will be the reactivity.
In my opinion these sorts of handles does not look great on Japanese knifes
Doesn’t suit the aesthetics and it should be the knife that shines and grabs attention not the handle
With that said Tetsejin knifes rocks, I have a bunch of them myself
For sure Jonas. 110% entitled to your opinion. All of these matters are personal. That’s why I have my knives and you have yours. I love the look of both handle and blade here otherwise I literally wouldn’t have made a custom order like this. How we feel about our tools and how we want them to shine or what part is entirely up to us.
I respect your opinion and feelings, just wanted to share my thoughts
Common thought is that Tetsujin rocks
@@JonasDaniel95 Absolutely. Handles are like shoes. They dramatically change the look of an 'outfit'. And we all have or shoe preferences. You'd have gone for a more muted handle I take it correct?
Yea all of my collection has either mono handles or subtle wood with a light or dark ferrule
@JonasDaniel95 sounds super clean and classy
It’s a gyuto, not a gyoto.
I'm not perfect at pronouncing things but also I didn't say chicken instead of gyuto so it isn't a big deal.
@@KitchenKnifeGuynot a big deal, but it wouldn't hurt to try to pronounce it right.
It also isn’t wrong how I pronounce it. No one corrects the Japanese but we’re always expected to be better. If someone is going to watch the video even 30s and that’s the comment I get; I rather not get any engagement. This is what discourages people from learning languages. Perfection. I speak three and don’t speak them all well but I speak them nonetheless. I could let this slide and say nothing as most recommend I do, but again if that’s the only comment I get from pouring hours into making a video then I consider it cyber bullying and I won’t stand for it.