The Hatsukokoro Ginso ginsan gyuto 240mm is a Japanese chef's knife made in Seki, Japan. It's part of the Ginso series under the Hatsukokoro brand. This knife is identical to the Hatsukokoro Hayabusa ginsan, with the only difference being it's sharpened by a different craftsman. The blade features a core of Ginsan (Silver#3) steel from Hitachi, known for its ease of sharpening and ability to take a keen edge. At 240mm, the blade length is well-suited for professional kitchen environments.
This gyuto knife is designed for a wide range of general cutting tasks. Its longer blade excels at slicing vegetables, fish, and boneless proteins. The knife's versatility makes it useful for various food preps, from fine slicing to general purpose cutting.
Overall length: 390mm Blade length (heel to tip): 242mm Blade height at the heel: 50.7mm Spine thickness: • at the handle: 2.6mm • at the heel: 2.4mm • midway: 2.2mm • 1cm from the tip: 0.7mm Weight: 197g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal teak with buffalo horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included ⎯ Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Hatsukokoro Ginso ginsan gyuto knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please be aware that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives. c. Similarly, it's common for these handcrafted knives to have minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs. ··•··
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Care Guide
