Chef's Knife (Gyuto) - 8-1/4 in. (210mm) - SG2 Damascus San Mai

Product Description for Chef's Knife (Gyuto) - 8-1/4 in. (210mm) - SG2 Damascus San Mai

Maker: Hatsukokoro - All Lines (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $292.00 Saving: $98.00
Item num: 109066
Blade length: 8.85 in.
Cutting edge length: 8.45 in.
Total length: 14.10 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.80 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.07 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.05 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.02 in.
Item weight: 4.40 oz.
Shipment weight: 11 oz.
Blade: SG2 PM stainless damascus san mai stainless steel (Hrc 63-64)
Bolster: Dyed and stabilized maple
Handle: Octagonal curly maple
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.
Saihyo chef's knives are made in Seki City, Japan. The Super Gold 2 stainless steel core (hagane) is surrounded by layers of softer stainless steel damascus. At 63-64 Hrc, SG2 powdered metallurgical stainless steel offers a keen, long lasting edge without the care of carbon steel. Though the cutting edge is very hard, the small grain structure of SG2 makes sharpening and honing effortless. In our experience, SG2 is one of the best stainless steels currently being used to make kitchen knives. The blade is sharpened and finished by hand, which give it the excellent edge you'll enjoy from the first moment. The ambidextrous convex grind provides effortless food release while chopping and slicing. The distal tapered blade (beginning with a thicker spine where the blade comes out of the handle and becoming progressively thinner as it approaches the tip. The blade is impressively lightweight, making it comfortable, even after hours of use.
The octagonal "Wa" style handle is ambidextrous. Curly maple is surrounded by front and rear dyed and stabilized curly maple ferrule. Like other kitchen knives, this knife should not be put in a dishwasher.
Hayabusa by Hatsukokoro chef's knives are a great choice for the cook who is looking for a well balanced, solid, high performing stainless steel laser that is easy to work with and maintain.


Availability: In stock. Usually ships in 1-2 business days