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Yoshikane nashiji shirogami#2 gyuto 240mm

Yoshikane nashiji shirogami#2 gyuto 240mm

Regular price ¥45,000 JPY
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This gyuto knife from Hatsukokoro is handcrafted by Yoshikane hamono in Sanjo, Japan. The blade is forged from shirogami#2 steel, known for its ability to achieve a razor-sharp edge and ease of sharpening, making it a preferred carbon steel among chefs and enthusiasts. The nashiji finish lends it a traditional aesthetic. The gyuto knife's design is well-suited for a variety of kitchen tasks including slicing, dicing, and chopping, making it a reliable choice for everyday culinary needs.

❖ Yoshikane hamono, a renowned Japanese knife-making company in Sanjo City, Niigata, was founded in 1919. With over a century of history, it is now led by the fourth-generation master craftsman, Kazuomi Yamamoto. This family-operated business has consistently maintained its traditional hand-forging and grinding techniques. They are known for their excellent heat treatment, consistent grinds, and a great fit and finish. Like other Sanjo-made knives, they are thick coming out of the handle but tapers nicely along the spine making them really comfortable to hold while giving you that top-tier cutting performance.

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Brand: Hatsukokoro
Blacksmith: Yoshikane hamono | Kazuomi Yamamoto
Location: Sanjo, Japan
Knife type: gyuto
Finish: nashiji

Cladding: stainless clad
Core steel: shirogami#2/ white#2
Steel type: carbon steel
HRC: 62-63

Overall length: 401mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 243mm
Blade height at heel: 50.1mm
Spine thickness at handle: 4.7mm
Spine thickness at heel: 3.6mm
Spine thickness at middle: 2.1mm
Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.1mm
Weight: 192g

Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal walnut with horn ferrule
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya/ sheath: Not included

Note:
a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Yoshikane nashiji shirogami#2 gyuto knife, please refer to our care guide below.
b. Please note that there may be slight variations in the measurements of handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.

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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
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