Masutani Kokuryu Gyuto 18 cm VG-10

The Masutani Kokuryu universal chef's knife is the perfect tool for chopping and cutting larger pieces of meat. Its blade is 180 mm long.

Masutani Japanese knives are handcrafted by a talented blacksmith from Fukui Prefecture (Echizen). They offer excellent value for money and can easily be compared to much more expensive kitchen knives. The core is made of high-carbon stainless steel (VG-10), which is characterised by high durability. The outer 31 layers of Damascus steel boast a stunning hammered effect, achieved through the advanced Tsuchime finishing technique. During the heat treatment process, the blades achieve a hardness of 61-62 HRC and retain their sharpness for a long time. The original blue handle is guaranteed to be resistant to moisture and temperature, thanks to the pakka wood it is made of. The Masutani knife series is perfect for home cooking enthusiasts and is the ideal starting point for anyone looking to explore Japanese kitchen accessories.

Specifications:

Brand: Masutani
Origin (Made in): Japan, Echizen
Knife type: Gyuto Chef's Knife
Blade length: 18 cm
Total knife length: 30.5 cm
Blade width at the handle: 4.2 cm
Blade width in the middle: 3.7 cm
Blade thickness at the handle: 1.9 mm
Blade thickness in the middle of the blade: 1.7 mm
Handle length: 12.0 cm
Handle: blue pakka wood, riveted
Steel type: VG-10 core (stainless), cladding (stainless)
Blade finish: Tsutchime (hammered), 31-layer Damascus
Hardness: 61+/-1 HRC
Grind: double bevel
Weight: 136 g