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The Gyuto is Japan’s answer to the Western chef’s knife and is one of the most versatile knife shapes in the kitchen. At 210mm, it’s a great all-round size for chopping, slicing and general everyday prep.
This 210mm Gyuto comes from Hatsukokoro’s Ryuhyo range and features a striking Kurozome Damascus finish. The dark finish contrasts with the Damascus pattern across the blade, while the stabilised wood handle is finished with a contrasting white spacer.
The Ryuhyo uses SG2, a high-performance stainless powder steel known for taking a very fine edge and offering excellent edge retention. The SG2 core is clad in stainless Damascus, combining a practical stainless construction with the distinctive layered finish.
Hatsukokoro is a Japanese knife brand based in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture. Rather than producing all of its knives in a single workshop, Hatsukokoro works with a network of skilled blacksmiths, sharpeners and manufacturers across Japan, bringing together a diverse collection of steels, finishes and blade styles.
Their range includes everything from accessible everyday knives to exceptional handcrafted pieces, with an emphasis on quality, performance and traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
SG2 is stainless and relatively low maintenance compared with traditional carbon steels. We still recommend hand washing the knife after use and drying it thoroughly before storing. Never put a Japanese kitchen knife in the dishwasher and avoid cutting frozen foods, bones or other very hard ingredients.
As with all Japanese knives, slight variations in finish and appearance may occur from knife to knife.
You must be aged 18 or over to purchase this knife. Age verification is required when purchasing knives from Community Cutlery, and age and identity checks may also be required on delivery.
We ship Tuesday to Saturday using Royal Mail Tracked 24.
All knives ship via an age verified service in accordance with The Offensive Weapons Act 2019, which will mean the postie will need you to be in to receive the delivery & to check your ID if you look under 25.
The law also requires us to carry out a soft age check of the purchaser after checkout, this is done by an automated system that usually doesn't require your input, although we will need to contact you for proof of age if you fail, which can sometimes happen if you use a work address.
of Community Cutlery as a home for enthusiasts, for people who love the ritual of food preparation and who have realised the charm in doing it with quality tools, with items that are as pleasing on the eye as they are practical in the hand.
