The Tetsujin aogami#2 gyuto 240mm is a handcrafted Japanese chef's knife created through a collaboration between blacksmith Toru Tamura and sharpener Naohito Myojin. Forged with an aogami#2 core steel, this gyuto offers excellent sharpness and edge retention. At 240mm in length, this gyuto is suitable for a wide range of cutting tasks, from slicing vegetables to portioning meats.
Brand: Tetsujin
Blacksmith: Toru Tamura
Sharpener: Naohito Myojin
Producing area: Kochi, Japan
Knife type: gyuto
Finish: kasumi
Steel: aogami#2/ blue#2
Steel type: carbon
Cladding: iron clad
Overall length: 383mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 229mm
Blade height at the heel: 47.0mm
Spine thickness at the handle: 3.1mm
Spine thickness at the heel: 3.0mm
Spine thickness midway: 2.5mm
Spine thickness 1cm from tip: 1.0mm
Weight: 203g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal stabilized birchwood
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya/ sheath: Not included
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Tetsujin aogami#2 gyuto 240mm 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.
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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