Sukenari Hap40 240mm kiritsuke gyuto (custom handle with saya)

This gyuto knife, made of HAP40 steel, one of the hardest alloys used to make kitchen knives, have a nice minimalist aesthetics and equally excellent performance. The intrinsic toughness of this powdered steel allows for far thinner grinding than is possible with other steels. Furthermore, it maintains that sharpness is far longer than most others. If you're looking for a Japanese knife with amazing edge retention, the Sukenari HAP40 series should be at the top of your list.

❖ Sukenari Hamono, established in 1933, is a high-end professional knives manufacturer located in Toyama, Japan. This small forge is led by the third-generation blacksmith, Nobuo Hanaki-san. They are famous for their ZDP189's and shirogami#1 honyaki knives. They are also well-known for their excellent grinds and very consistent heat-treatment. 

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Brand: Sukenari
Location: Toyama, Japan
Knife type: ktip / kiritsuke gyuto

Construction type: sanmai | stainless clad
Steel: Hitachi HAP40
Steel category: semi-stainless
HRC: 67

Overall length: 383mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 231mm
Blade height at heel: 50.7mm
Spine thickness at handle: 2.5mm
Spine thickness at heel: 2.3mm
Spine thickness at middle: 2.2mm
Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm
Weight: 192g

Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal rosewood
Ferrule: blonde buffalo horn ¹
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya/sheath: Included

¹ The blonde horn ferrule is a natural product so the color may vary.

NOTE: Migaki finish is delicate and can be prone to fine scratches. When you slide on the magnolia saya, be aware that you might notice some minor hairline marks on the blade face. 

Reminder: Proper maintenance ensures the excellence of Japanese knives, like this Sukenari Hap40 240mm kiritsuke gyuto knife. Visit our guide for maintaining its superb quality.

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