ARITSUGU GYUTO CHEF KNIFE CARBON STEEL 180MM ~

$300.00

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Classical style chef knife ( Gyuto ) from Aritsugu.
Gyuto is a Japanese style multipurpose chef knife for your everyday cooking and this Gyuto is made in Japan by Aritsugu.

The blade is made of quality high carbon steel that holds the edge very well and the thin blade profile allows you to cut precisely / effortlessly without putting too much pressure.
Aritsugu is one of the highest regarded knife makers in Japan proudly forging blades over 400 years. 
Like many other traditional Japanese knives, these knives leave Aritsugu without secondary edges ( actual cutting edge, Honba ) and then they are hand - sharpened for perfection at here by our in house knife master Masaaki Saito before being shipped.

Handle is made of durable Black Pakka Wood ( Resin composited under high pressure for density ) secured with 2 rivets.

Please note that this knife is made of high carbon steel and the blade will rust or tarnish if not maintained properly.
 Please wash, wipe dry and apply oil if necessary after use and keep in cool dry area. 
Rust eraser or cleanser ( like Jif ) can be used to keep the blade free of rust / stains.

Add an optional wooden knife sheath ( Saya ) to protect your knife from damages while carrying.

180mm

Total Length	300mm
Blade Length	180mm
Blade Width	42mm
Blade Thickness	2mm
Weight	130g
Handle Length	110mm
Blade Material	High Carbon Steel
Handle Material	Black Pakka
HRC	60+-1

210mm

Total Length	340mm
Blade Length	210mm
Blade Width	45mm
Blade Thickness	2mm
Weight	180g
Handle Length	115mm
Blade Material	High Carbon Steel
Handle Material	Black Pakka
HRC	60+-1

240mm

Total Length	365mm
Blade Length	240mm
Blade Width	46mm
Blade Thickness	2.3mm
Weight	200g
Handel Length	115mm
Blade Material	High Carbon Steel
Handle Material	Black Pakka
HRC	60+-1

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Aritsugu 240mm

Posted by Vladimir on 18th Sep 2021

Finally, I touched it up. Went with 12k grit this time. This knife is very easy to deburr and can take 12k very well. Used it after the touch up, the words that come to mind are very clean, very fine carbide and grain. Clean cut like razor. I do believe that with this type of steel characteristic, it will also accept 6k grit well, if more teeth is required. Love it, very versatile.
5
Aritsugu 240mm

Posted by Vladimir on 4th Sep 2021

I got the 240mm size. I planned to leave a review after first sharpening, but it becomes clear that this knife holds the edge really well, that will be too long of a wait. So, first of all, excellent edge retention. Cutting characteristic is very clean and pure like shaving razor. However, this steel is toothier than White steel. It still has carbide, which I suspect contributed to the excellent edge holding. The weight distribution for the 240mm is more towards the blade. Overall, this knife is very light, however, it feels powerful in the cut due to weight distribution. It actually balanced right on the pinch when held in pinch grip. Very comfortable for long cooking session. It develops very sexy rainbow looking patina. I will review again once I sharpen it, although I suspect it will be quite a while. Love this knife very much. Another excellent offering from Saito San.