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Regular price¥37,000 JPY
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Specifications
Hand-forged in Aomori, Japan by Nigara Hamono
221mm / 8.70" blade with a core of Aogami Super (Blue Super) carbon steel, known for its sharpness and edge retention
Stainless cladding provides easy maintenance while preserving the performance of the carbon steel core
Tsuchime (hammered) finish gives the blade a distinctive, textured appearance
Designed as a versatile gyuto, suitable for a wide range of kitchen tasks
Fitted with an octagonal walnut handle and buffalo horn ferrule
Ambidextrous design, suitable for both right- and left-handed users
Nigara tsuchime AS gyuto 240mm is a handcrafted Japanese chef's knife by Nigara hamono. Made in Aomori, Japan, the knife has an aogami super (AS) core steel with stainless cladding for easy maintenance. The tsuchime (hammered) finish gives it a distinctive textured look. The Nigara AS gyuto offers great value, making it a smart and practical choice for both home cooks and professional chefs.
⎯ Brand: Nigara hamono Producing Area: Aomori, Japan Knife type: gyuto Finish: tsuchime Core steel: Aogami Super / Blue Super Steel type: carbon steel Cladding: stainless clad
Overall length: 379mm Blade length (heel to tip): 221mm / 8.70" Blade height at the heel: 49.3mm Spine thickness: • at the handle: 2.3mm • at the heel: 2.2mm • midway: 2.1mm • 1cm from the tip: 1.0mm Weight: 215g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal walnut with buffalo horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
⎯ Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 240mm Nigara tsuchime AS gyuto knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives. c. Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process. ··•··
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.
