A 210mm kiritsuke gyuto with a Ginsan/ Silver#3 core steel. It has a nice nashiji finish and is paired with an octagonal rosewood handle. Ginsan or Silver#3 is an original steel by Hitachi Metals. Hitachi describes it as having the same hardness and sharpness comparable to carbon steel. Long-time enthusiasts also consider it as the Shirogami of stainless steels: it's easy to sharpen and has a better ability to take and hold low edge angles compared to other stainless. This steel also has very good toughness.
*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. ··•··
Construction type: warikomi Cladding: stainless clad Core steel: Hitachi Ginsan / Silver #3 Steel type: stainless Overall length: 361mm Blade length (heel to tip): 214mm Blade height at heel: 45.8mm Spine thickness at handle: 2.1mm Spine thickness at heel: 1.9mm Spine thickness at middle: 1.9mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.3mm Weight: 155g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal rosewood Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya: not included
Reminder: Proper maintenance ensures the excellence of Japanese knives, like this Yoshihiro nashiji ginsan kiritsuke gyuto knife. Visit our guide for maintaining its superb quality.
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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
