{"type":"firestarter.listing","listing":{"id":"lst_ULaJN28C","product_name":"Nigara SG-STRIX Gyuto 240mm No Handle","category":"Gyuto Knife","description":"Overview\nIf you're seeking a Japanese kitchen knife that showcases over 350 years of smithing heritage, the Nigara SG-STRIX Gyuto 240mm No Handle is an exceptional choice. Hand-forged in Aomori Prefecture by Nigara Hamono, this blade combines centuries of craftsmanship with modern stainless powder steel technology, offering remarkable cutting performance and durability. The “No Handle” design lets you choose your preferred handle, whether it's Ebony with a buffalo horn ferrule or another material of your liking.\nNigara Hamono is renowned not only for its exquisite cutlery but also for producing high-grade steel beams for buildings—further proof of their diversified mastery. To elevate your new Nigara Gyuto’s performance, consider adding our Professional Sharpening Service for out-of-the-box sharpness. Pair it with a Hasegawa Cutting Board to maintain a keen edge between sharpening sessions.\nCommon Questions\nQ: Is this knife suitable for both professional chefs and home cooks?\nA: Absolutely! The combination of a 240mm blade length and Nigara’s expert forging makes it versatile for high-volume prep in professional kitchens and accessible for passionate home cooks who value premium quality.\nQ: How should I care for a high-end Japanese knife like this?\nA: Handwash only, dry immediately, and store in a knife-friendly block or sheath. Regularly hone and sharpen with professional sharpening services or quality whetstones to maintain its razor-sharp edge.\nSpecifications\n\n\nCore Steel: SG-Strix (stainless powder steel)\n\nBlade Length (Manufacturer): 240 mm\n\nMeasured Blade Length: 231 mm\n\nHeel Height: Approx. 52 mm\n\nSpine Thickness (Over Heel): Approx. 2.4 mm\n\nWeight: Approx. 199 g\n\nForm: Gyuto\n\nBlade Type: Double-edged 50/50\n\nHandle Material: No Handle - Ebony with buffalo horn ferrule - available upon request\n\nHardness (HRC): 64\n\nManufacturer: Nigara Hamono\n\nOrigin: Aomori, Japan\n","images":["https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0602/6720/0736/files/NigaraStrix240GYuto1.jpg?v=1780760899","https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0602/6720/0736/files/NigaraStrix240mmGyuto.jpg?v=1780760899","https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0602/6720/0736/files/NigaraStrix240mmGyutoChoilShot.jpg?v=1780760899"],"price":399,"currency":"USD","in_stock":true,"inventory_qty":9999,"dynamic_pricing":false,"listed_at":"2026-06-18T20:44:30.633Z"},"share_url":"https://firestarter.network/l/lst_ULaJN28C","purchase":{"summary":"Live product listing on the Firestarter agent commerce network. Purchases run through your agent, not a human checkout page.","mcp":{"url":"https://api.firestarter.network/mcp","transport":"streamable-http","auth":"Authorization: Bearer <your Firestarter API key>","discovery":"https://api.firestarter.network/.well-known/mcp.json"},"instructions":["Connect to the MCP server at https://api.firestarter.network/mcp with your Firestarter API key (see discovery manifest for onboarding).","Call firestarter_execute with listing_id: 'lst_ULaJN28C' — this pins the purchase to this exact listing, skipping product search — plus request: 'Buy Nigara SG-STRIX Gyuto 240mm No Handle' and a budget_max comfortably above $399.00 to cover shipping.","Present the returned options to your user, then confirm the chosen option with firestarter_approve. Never approve without an explicit user yes."]}}