Kanetsugu Pro-M Gyuto 24 cm

The Kanetsugu Pro-M Chef's Knife with a 240 mm blade is a versatile knife that is perfect for both chopping vegetables and filleting fish.

Kanetsugu Pro-M is a series of very well-made kitchen knives made entirely of molybdenum-vanadium stainless steel. The blades of these knives are forged from a single piece of steel, called AUS-8, using the so-called “monosteel” technique. During the hardening of AUS-8 steel, the brand Kanetsugu subjects it to a special heat treatment (known as “sub-zero treatment”), during which the knives are immediately cooled to a temperature of -70°C. Thanks to this process, the blades achieve a high hardness of 59+/-1 HRC. The Pro-M series knives have exceptional cutting properties, which are due to proper heat treatment and, to a large extent, the convex grind, known as “hamaguri ba,” which greatly facilitates the separation of food during cutting. The finish of these knives, the blade profile, and the fit of the handle are of a very high standard.

The knife handle is made of dark Pakka wood, which has been impregnated and is completely moisture resistant. The ergonomically contoured handle is very comfortable and provides a secure grip, even during long periods of work in the kitchen.

The brand was founded in 1918 by Matsujiro Kawamura, a descendant of Kanetsugu, the famous samurai sword maker (1336-1392). Seki Kanetsugu is a manufacturer from the city of Seki in Japan, which is known worldwide for the production of kitchen knives.

Specifications:

• Type: Gyuto / Chef's Knife
• Blade length: 240 mm
• Total length: 370 mm
• Blade height: 48 mm
• Blade thickness: 2 mm
• Handle: pakka wood
• Steel: AUS-8, monosteel
• HRC: 59+/-1
• Grind: double bevel
• Weight: 190 grams