Kisuke Manaka tsuchime honwarikomi shirogami#2 gyuto 240mm

Specifications

The Kisuke Manaka Tsuchime Honwarikomi Shirogami #2 Gyuto 240mm is a hand-forged Japanese kitchen knife crafted in Saitama, Japan. Featuring a core of Shirogami #2 carbon steel with soft iron cladding, this gyuto delivers exceptional sharpness and edge retention while providing a traditional carbon steel experience. The tsuchime (hammered) finish enhances food release and adds visual depth to the blade.

The quince burl wood handle, complemented by a brass bolster, provides a refined grip and elegant aesthetic. With its well-balanced weight and substantial presence, this gyuto is perfect for those seeking a non-laser knife with durability and authoritative cutting feel.

Details

• Blacksmith: Kisuke Manaka
• Location: Saitama, Japan
• Knife Type: Gyuto | Yo-Gyuto
• Finish: Tsuchime
• Construction Type: Warikomi
• Cladding: Soft Iron
• Core Steel: Shirogami #2 / White #2
• Steel Type: Carbon Steel

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 382mm
• Blade Length (heel to tip): 243mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 53.4mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At the handle: 2.9mm
  • At the heel: 2.6mm
  • Midway: 2.0mm
  • 1cm from the tip: 0.9mm
• Weight: 274g
• Edge/Bevel: 50:50
• Handle: Quince Burl Wood
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
• Saya/Sheath: Not included

Important Notes

• Care & Maintenance: Japanese knives, such as the Kisuke Manaka Tsuchime Honwarikomi Shirogami #2 Gyuto, require proper care. Check out our expert care guide for best practices.
• Measurements: Slight variations are normal due to the handcrafted nature of the knife.