Masashi Nashiji Gyuto 210 mm Shirogami #2

The Masashi Nashiji Shirogami #2 universal chef's knife with a 210 mm blade is perfect for chopping, but also for cutting large pieces of meat.

Masashi-san makes these knives himself, at every stage of the production process – from forging the steel, through grinding and sharpening, to attaching the handle. Masashi-san is a renowned independent manufacturer living in Sanjo, in Japan.

Masashi Nashiji Shirogami#2 knives are made using the SAN-MAI technique. Their blade consists of 3 layers, with a hard core forged from Shirogami#2 carbon steel. It is protected by outer layers made of soft stainless steel. The SAN-MAI technique ensures the flexibility and durability of the blades. During heat treatment, the knives achieve extraordinary hardness – between 62 and 64 HRC. The Nashiji blade is also characterized by its unique, Japanese appearance. The octagonal “WA” style handle is made of light magnolia wood. It fits comfortably in the hands of both right-handed and left-handed people.

Specifications:

Brand: Masashi Yamamoto
Origin (Made in): Sanjo, Japan
Knife type: Chef's knife “Gyuto”
Blade length: 21 cm
Total knife length: 35.0 cm
Blade width at the handle: 5.1 cm
Blade width in the middle: 4.1 cm
Blade thickness at the handle: 3.8 mm
Blade thickness in the middle: 2.1 mm
Handle length: 12.6 cm
Handle: magnolia wood, buffalo horn ferrule
Steel: Shirogami#2 core (high carbon), SUS410 stainless steel cladding
Blade finish: Nashiji
Hardness: 63+/-1 HRC
Grind: double bevel
Weight: 178 g