Shindo-san is a young blacksmith based in Tosa, Japan. After training for 8 years, he opened his own forge in May 2020. His knives have a very thin grind and nice distal taper. If you're looking for an inexpensive carbon steel gyuto knife that performs really well, this should be your top pick.
Construction type: sanmai | iron clad Steel: aogami#2 /blue#2 Steel type: carbon steel Cladding: iron clad
Overall length: 357mm Blade length (heel to tip): 216mm Blade height at heel: 47.4mm Spine thickness at handle: 4.4mm at heel: 5.0mm midway 2.5mm 1cm from the tip: 0.9mm Weight: 167g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal oak wood Hand orientation: ambidextrous
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Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Kyohei Shindo kurouchi aogami#2 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
