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Kyohei Shindo aogami#2 kurouchi gyuto 240mm
Regular price¥25,000 JPY
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Specifications
Forged in Tosa, Japan by Kyohei Shindo, this 240mm gyuto features a carbon steel Aogami#2 core clad in soft iron with a kurouchi finish. The blade features an excellent distal taper — thick at the handle, thinning progressively toward the tip. The octagonal mono oak wood handle keeps things simple and functional.
Hand-forged in Tosa, Japan by Kyohei Shindo
Aogami#2 carbon steel core with soft iron cladding
Kurouchi finish for added rustic character
Cutting edge length of 245mm (9.65")
Excellent distal taper from 4.9mm to 0.3mm
Lightweight at 179g for its size
Octagonal mono oak handle
Suitable for both home and professional use
Details
Blacksmith: Kyohei Shindo
Producing Area: Tosa, Japan
Knife Type: Gyuto
Finish: Kurouchi
Core Steel: Aogami#2
Steel Type: Carbon steel
Cladding: Soft iron
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall Length: 395mm
Blade Length (heel to tip): 245mm (9.65")
Blade Height at Heel: 53mm
Spine Thickness:
At the handle: 4.9mm
At the heel: 4.2mm
Midway: 1.7mm
1cm from the tip: 0.3mm
Weight: 179g
Edge/Bevel: 50:50
Handle: Octagonal mono oak
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Saya/Sheath: Not included
Notes:
For the care and maintenance of handcrafted Japanese chef's knives, please refer to our care guide below.
Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.
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 Complete Care Guide
