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TOJIRO BASIC Gyuto 200mm

TOJIRO BASIC Gyuto 200mm

$77.00 CAD
$77.00 CAD
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The TOJIRO BASIC is a super stripped-down high-performance knife, including only the most basic components needed to blow your mind with every cut. A blade fashioned from VG10 stainless steel ensures crazy sharpness and next-level edge retention, while the super-basic handle is durable,comfortable, and nothing else.While I’m a bit of a magpie for flashy knives, I have to appreciate how unapologetically simple this knife is. With no distractions, you can focus on the joy of cutting and cooking your favourite foods for you and your loved ones. Maximalism be damned, I love this knife!

About the Shape - Inspired by the profile of a traditional European chef knife, gyutos are a multi purpose knife with a slight meat cutting bias and “gyuto” even translates to “cow sword”. If you want one knife to do it all, This is it. The longer blade typically gives the blade a forward balance that allows it to work for you. While the blade would ideally by slid forward or back while cutting, they are also great for folks that prefer to 'rock' their knife while cutting.

Shape Gyuto
Maintenance Level Low
Blade Length 200 mm |
Blade Height 46.4 mm
Thickness 1.7 mm
Weight 125 g
Steel Type VG10 Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Cladding
Rockwell Hardness 60 - 62
Edge/Bevel Double (50/50)
Handle Western Handle - Reinforced Laminated Material
Knife Line Tojiro Basic
Brand TOJIRO
Made in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, Japan

Stainless steel is super handy because it doesn’t rust or stain easily like carbon steel. That said, remember it is stain-less, not stain-never. While it is much easier to care for than high-carbon steel, it does benefit from proper use: use it, wash it, dry it and put it away. Always avoid the dishwasher!

USE  

• Only cut food you can bite through with this knife. Hard foods can chip the blade. No olive pits, bones,  lobster shells, woody stems or parmesan rinds. Cutting frozen food is especially bad  because the cold will make hard steel even more brittle. If you wouldn’t chew it with  your own teeth, don’t cut it.  

• Your cutting surface is the biggest culprit of dulling your knife. Use wood. End  grain wood is especially good. Plastic can be fine too, but certainly not glass,  granite or bamboo. 

• The edge of your knife works best sliding forwards or backwards. Scraping the  knife edge sideways will dull or damage the edge. Instead, use the spine of the knife to move foods across the cutting board. Do not twist the edge or pry with the edge, this is the worst screwdriver you ever bought and these motions will certainly  damage the edge. Listen to the knife! If you can hear the edge making a “tink”  sound on the cutting board, change what you are doing.  

CLEANING  

• After use, wash the knife by hand with regular dish soap, rinse with hot water  and dry by hand immediately. Dishwashers are very bad for knives.  

• Wood handles may dry out over time and exposure to water. Simply treat them  with some food safe wax.

STORING  

• Protect the edge for your safety and to avoid edge damage. A simple blade cover  will do the trick if you keep knives in a drawer or in a travel case.  

• The convenient wall magnet made with wood is a great way to show off your knives.  Be sure to put it back spine first, then roll it onto the blade face. This will keep the  edge from contacting the wood first.  

• The good ol’ counter top block can keep knives at the ready and protected, so  can drawer inserts. Whatever the method, it should keep the edge from touching  anything else. 

Barcode: 4960375013172
SKU: F-317

Shipping and Returns

We aim to ship your order within 1 business day at Knifewear, if there is a hold up, we'll aim to let you know and give you a timeline.

We offer $3 shipping on orders over $100* anywhere in Canada and $200* to customers in the USA. We ship worldwide, and offer up to the minute rates from our shipping partner DHL.

*Konro Grills and some other larger items are excluded from the free shipping offer.

How do I make a return on an online order?
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Can I pick up my order Curbside / At the store?
Absolutely, as long as all the items you are looking for are in stock at the location you want to pickup from, you'll be able to select that at the checkout. If one or more items aren't at your preferred location we are happy to ship it to you. 

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Overall rating: 4.827586 / 5 from 29 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The TOJIRO BASIC Gyuto 200mm knife offers exceptional value and sharpness, praised for its VG10 stainless steel blade and simple design that enhances the cutting experience.

Summary topics

  • Value for Money: 24%
  • Blade Sharpness: 20%

Review topics: ["quality","shipping","value","price","performance","knife","blade","edge","hands","kitchen","polish","option"].

Review highlights

  • "It holds an edge fairly well, and hones easily." — Thayne M.
  • "Great product and value!" — John M.
  • "Holds a wicked sharp edge and is comfortable in your hand." — David M.

Reviews

Good knife

"For the price point you can't go wrong. Sharpest knife I own. Doesn't disappoint"

— Zachary M. (5/5)

Good value!!

"Amazing performance! And such a good price"

— Mathieu G. (5/5)

Great knife for the price

"This knife was an upgrade for me over my greban kitchen knife that I've been using for 14 years. Out of the box it was an exceptionally sharp and thin blade that worked very well within its niche. The grip is a little small, but the sharpness and thinness don't require a large grip to adequately control the blade, but it is small for my hands from a comfort perspective. The blade can be adequately used with a rocking heel cut, or tap chop. For the price, I'd say this knife is an easy win, within the constrictions of what a gyuto is meant to do. This knife will require others to properly compliment it for a functional kitchen."

— Payam K. (5/5)

it is good

"It was my first knife and experience was some that i will never forget . I stated my kitchen carrear with it and now i know many things about it , and this knife helped me in thios journey , however i will be upgrading soon to some higer level knife , yet if someone wanna plosh their basic or entry level skills , this is one of the perfect knife for them , i can still use my old knife and it is still in good condition. ;"

— Sachin S. (5/5)

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"Love them , use every day, use less on my German knives."

— Emily L. (5/5)

Slightly above average

"Blade is to thick and not tall enough so my pinch grip finger almost goes under the blade. Belly isn't flat so rock chopping large amounts often leaves accordion pieces. Has a blemish from the factory. I have 10$ knives sharper than this out of the box. Pros? I guess the rock chop motion feels nice, vg10 steel, handle comfy for smaller hands and tip of the knife slices well. Not sure if it's returnable now that I've used it, but the shipping probably isn't worth it anyway. If you're looking for an entry japanese knife and already have the proper equipment for it, I'd recommend finding something better. If you're starting out (like I am) with all equipment needed, things add up quick so thismay be a good option for you, however, I'd recommend saving for something better."

— Brendan (3/5)

TOJIRO BASIC Gyuto 200mm

"Knife is lightweight and replaced a previous knife that had snapped in our daily block. Would recommend this for an entry level knife for any intermediate home cook."

— Steven H. (5/5)

Great knife for a beginner

"I bought this for my mom as I’m introducing her to Japanese knives ! Love the quality for the price point, sturdy and sharp out of the box. Would definitely recommend as an all around knife in the kitchen"

— Nada B. (5/5)

tojiro basic gyuto 200mm.

"knife was sharp outta the box. bought this for use at my new job starting next week. good value for money all-round."

— Folajimi J. (5/5)

Outstanding customer service, amazing bang for your buck

"Anyone looking to step up their knife game needs to visit Knifewear. Do they sell super high end, expensive knives? Yes. But they also have knives for almost any budget and you will honestly not find a better deal both in terms of price and quality. Cannot recommend this place enough."

— Michael C. (5/5)

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