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The Ohishi White #1 Gyuto 180mm is a versatile Japanese chef's knife combining traditional carbon steel performance with a distinctive Suminagashi Damascus finish. Its compact 180mm blade offers excellent control for everyday preparation, while the White #1 cutting core provides exceptional sharpness and ease of sharpening. Finished with a traditional octagonal zelkova wood handle.
The Gyuto is the Japanese equivalent of a Western chef's knife, designed for a wide range of kitchen tasks including slicing, chopping and dicing vegetables, meat and fish. At 180mm, this version offers the versatility of a full-sized chef's knife in a more compact, manageable format.
Suminagashi means 'floating ink' and refers to the flowing pattern created by layers of steel in the cladding. Often used as a term to describe a type of delicate Damascus steel, it gives the blade depth and movement, with each knife displaying its own unique pattern.
White #1, also known as Shirogami #1, is a traditional Japanese high-carbon steel prized for its purity and ability to take an exceptionally fine, keen edge. Its relatively simple composition makes it particularly responsive to sharpening, allowing the user to achieve outstanding sharpness on whetstones.
As a reactive carbon steel, White #1 requires more care than stainless alternatives but rewards that attention with excellent cutting performance.
The White #1 cutting core is surrounded by layers of reactive iron cladding, creating the distinctive Suminagashi Damascus pattern. The iron cladding provides support for the hard carbon steel core while contributing to the knife's traditional appearance.
Both the cutting edge and iron cladding are reactive and will gradually develop a natural patina through use.
Based in Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture, Ohishi is part of the wider Nakaya / Akifusa family of knives. The range offers a wide variety of blade shapes, steels and finishes, combining practical everyday performance with traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
We've had the pleasure of visiting Ohishi in Sanjo and are delighted to offer the range at Community Cutlery.
This knife is made from reactive carbon steel with iron cladding and requires careful maintenance. Always wash and dry thoroughly immediately after use, and avoid leaving the blade wet or in contact with acidic ingredients for extended periods.
Over time, the blade will develop a natural patina, which is entirely normal and helps protect the steel. Never put the knife in a dishwasher or use it to cut frozen foods, bones or other hard ingredients.
Maker: Ohishi
Knife Type: Gyuto
Blade Length: 180mm
Core Steel: White #1 (Shirogami #1)
Cladding: Reactive iron
Construction: San Mai
Finish: Suminagashi
Handle: Octagonal zelkova wood
Origin: Japan
As these knives are individually finished, slight variations in the blade's appearance, Damascus pattern and handle grain are to be expected.
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.
