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Specifications
A 210mm yo-gyuto from Masamoto Sohonten's VG series. It is a monosteel blade made of Masamoto's "Hyper molybdenum vanadium" stainless steel. It's the perfect workhorse if you're looking for a stainless steel blade that has a good balance of toughness and edge retention. It features a full tang construction with Duracon handle scales, a durable thermoplastic resin that is anti-bacterial.
A gyuto, or the Japanese chef's knife, is designed for versatile cutting tasks. Its purpose is to excel at slicing, dicing, and chopping various ingredients with precision and ease.
Details
Brand: Masamoto Sohonten
Steel: "Hyper molybdenum vanadium"
Steel Type: stainless
HRC: 59
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall Length: 329mm
Blade Length (heel to tip): 213mm
Blade Height at Heel: 46.2mm
Spine Thickness:
At Handle: 2.3mm
At Heel: 1.9mm
Midway: 1.6mm
1cm from the Tip: 1.3mm
Weight: 177g
Edge/Bevel: 70:30
Handle: POM
Hand Orientation: right-handed
Saya/Sheath: Not included
Note:
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Masamoto VG yo-gyuto knife, please refer to our care guide.
Please note that there may be slight variations in the measurements of handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 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
Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.
When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.
What payment methods do you accept? Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. No cash on delivery.
