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Yu Kurosaki VG XEOS Gekko Gyuto 210mm
$333.00 USD
| Shape | Gyuto |
|---|---|
| Blade Length | 210 mm |
| Steel Type |
VG XEOS Stainless Steel
with Stainless Steel Cladding
Rust Prone ⓘ This knife can rust, click to learn more.
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| Edge/Bevel | Double (50/50) |
| Handle | Wa (Japanese) Handle - Octagon Burnt Oak |
| Blacksmith/Maker | Yu Kurosaki |
| Knife Line | Yu Kurosaki HAP40 Gekko |
| Made in | Echizen, Fukui, Japan |
A note about measurements: Handmade Japanese knives can vary in their dimensions, so these measurements are only an example.
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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.
About Yu Kurosaki - It’s best to think of Kurosaki-san as an Anakin Skywalker of sorts, he’s incredibly talented and half the age of his colleagues. Imagine how great his knives will be when he’s Obi-Wan’s age.
He never felt that he was a natural blacksmith until he sold his first knife and saw the joy it brought to the customer. Over the years, Kurosaki san has continually experimented with different steels, handles, finishes and shapes. He is best known for his one-of-a-kind flashy pieces, but also has a couple of amazing staple lines at Knifewear.