Nakagawa shirogami#3 honyaki gyuto 240mm

Specifications

The Nakagawa Shirogami #3 Honyaki Gyuto is a handcrafted 240mm Japanese chef’s knife forged by Sakai-based blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa. Utilizing Shirogami #3 steel—renowned for its purity and sharpness—the gyuto is expertly sharpened by an artisan at Morihiro Hamono. The blade features a stunning mirror finish on the hira, accentuating the distinctive hamon pattern. As a versatile kitchen knife, this gyuto excels in slicing, chopping, and mincing vegetables, fruits, and meats. Whether you're a collector, an enthusiast, or a chef seeking to experience true honyaki craftsmanship, this gyuto is a remarkable addition to any knife collection.

Details

• Brand: Hatsukokoro
• Blacksmith: Satoshi Nakagawa
• Sharpener: Morihiro Hamono
• Producing Area: Sakai, Japan
• Knife Type: Honyaki | Gyuto
• Finish: Mirror finish on hira
• Steel: Shirogami #3 (White #3)
• Steel Type: Carbon Steel

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 389mm
• Blade Length (Heel to Tip): 231mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 49.5mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At the handle: 2.7mm
  • At the heel: 2.6mm
  • Midway: 2.1mm
  • 1cm from the tip: 1.2mm
• Weight: 216g
• Edge/bevel: 50:50
• Handle: Octagonal ebony
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
• Saya/Sheath: Not included

Notes

• For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Nakagawa Shirogami #3 Honyaki 240mm Gyuto, please refer to our care guide.
• Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
• Minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs, are common in handcrafted knives.