Chef's Knife (Gyuto) - 8-1/4 in. (210mm) - Aogami 1 Carbon Damascus

Product Description for Chef's Knife (Gyuto) - 8-1/4 in. (210mm) - Aogami 1 Carbon Damascus

Maker: Hatsukokoro - Komorebi (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $569.00 Saving: $221.00
Item num: 107696
Blade length: 9.30 in.
Cutting edge length: 8.60 in.
Total length: 14.80 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.00 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.18 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.08 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.02 in.
Item weight: 7.80 oz.
Shipment weight: 14.2 oz.
Blade: Aogami 2 carbon steel (blue #1) surrounded to carbon steel suminagashi (damascus) - Hrc 63
Bolster: Blond buffalo horn
Handle: Octagonal ebony
Description: Longer than the santoku, the gyuto is the essential kitchen knife and is used for all-around food preparation. The gyuto has less curve than a Western chef's knife, which means it contacts the cutting board along more of its length, so more food is cut per slice and it needs to be lifted less, making cutting more efficient. The arc of the blade edge is perfect for a rocking chop. The slim profile keeps the weight low and the balance just right. Whether slicing, chopping, or dicing, this nimble chef's knife is a perfect choice.
The aogami 1 carbon steel core (hagane) is surrounded by damascus forged from layers of mild steel. Aogami 1 is a highly sought after steel. The addition of tungsten and chromium gives aogami slight oxidization and wear resistance. At 63 Hrc, aogami 1 offers a keen, long lasting edge. Because both the core and surrounding layers are reactive, we recommend using camellia oil to avoid rust. Simply wash and dry the knife, then spray with just a little camellia oil. After lightly wiping it off, the micro-thin layer of oil helps protect the carbon steel. The ambidextrous convex grind provides effortless food release while chopping, slicing, or dicing. The blade is distal tapered (beginning with a thick spine where the blade comes out of the handle and becoming progressively thinner as it approaches the tip) for perfect balance.
The octagonal "Wa" style handle is ambidextrous. Ebony wood is combined with a blond buffalo horn ferrule. Like other kitchen knives, this knife should not be put in a dishwasher.
Komorebi Aogami 1 chef's knives by Hatsukokoro are a great choice for the cook who is looking for an ultra-high performance, world class, perfectly balanced carbon steel knife that will excel in any kitchen.


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