Hinoura tsuchime kurouchi AS (stainless clad) gyuto 270mm

Specifications

The Hinoura Tsuchime Kurouchi AS Gyuto 270mm is a handcrafted Japanese kitchen knife forged by Mutsumi Hinoura in Sanjo, Japan. Featuring a core of Hitachi Aogami Super steel, this gyuto delivers excellent sharpness and edge retention.The tsuchime kurouchi finish enhances its rustic aesthetic while reducing food adhesion. The stainless-clad sanmai construction ensures ease of maintenance, while the octagonal Macassar ebony handle provides a comfortable and secure grip for precision cutting.

Details

• Blacksmith: Mutsumi Hinoura
• Location: Sanjo, Japan
• Knife Type: Gyuto
• Finish: Tsuchime Kurouchi
• Construction Type: Sanmai
• Cladding: Stainless clad
• Core Steel: Hitachi Aogami Super / Blue Super
• Steel Type: Carbon Steel

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 430mm
• Blade Length (heel to tip): 275mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 52.8mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At the handle: 5.4mm
  • At the heel: 3.5mm
  • Midway: 2.5mm
  • 1cm from the tip: 1.6mm
• Weight: 254g
• Edge/Bevel: 50:50
• Handle: Octagonal Macassar Ebony
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous

Important Notes

• Care & Maintenance: Handmade Japanese knives, like the Hinoura Tsuchime Kurouchi AS Gyuto, require proper care. Please refer to our guide for maintenance tips.
• Measurements: Slight variations are normal due to the handcrafted nature of the knife.
• Cosmetic Details: Minor imperfections, such as light surface marks, are common in artisanal blades.