Yoshihiro migaki AS gyuto 240mm (with magnolia saya)

A 240mm gyuto with an aogami super core steel from Yoshihiro with a minimalist migaki finish. Aogami Super (by Hitachi Metals Ltd.) is one of the best Japanese carbon steels. It has excellent edge sharpness and retention, but it can also achieve high hardness without becoming brittle. This light and nimble gyuto has an extremely thin blade and will appeal to "laser gyuto" enthusiasts.

*A gyuto is a type of Japanese kitchen knife that is used for a variety of cutting tasks. This multipurpose knife is used for slicing, dicing, and chopping meats, vegetables, and fruits. The versatility of the Gyuto makes it a popular choice for both professional and home chefs.

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Brand: Yoshihiro
Location: Sakai, Japan
Knife type: gyuto
Finish: migaki

Construction type: sanmai
Cladding: stainless clad
Core steel: Hitachi Aogami Super (AS) / Blue Super
Steel type: carbon

Overall length: 395mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 243mm
Blade height at heel: 48.1mm
Spine thickness at handle: 2.2mm
Spine thickness at heel: 2.0mm
Spine thickness at middle: 1.8mm
Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.2mm
Weight: 170g

Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal rosewood
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya: included

Reminder: Japanese knives, like this Yoshihiro migaki AS gyuto knife, demand careful handling. Check out our guide for expert tips.

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