{"product_id":"koutetsu-chromax-gyuto-knife-240mm-rosewood-handle","title":"Koutetsu Chromax Gyuto Knife 240mm Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKotetsu Chromax Gyuto Knife 240mm Rosewood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Kotetsu Chromax Gyuto 240mm is a versatile Japanese chef's knife designed to handle almost every kitchen task. The 240mm blade offers extra cutting length for preparing larger ingredients, while the thin blade geometry and Chromax steel make it equally suited to everyday use in both home and professional kitchens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGyuto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gyuto is the Japanese equivalent of a Western chef's knife and is the most versatile shape in the kitchen. It is designed to handle almost every everyday cutting task, from chopping vegetables and herbs to slicing meat and fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 240mm gyuto offers additional cutting length and efficiency, making it a popular choice for keen home cooks and professional chefs who regularly prepare larger quantities of food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eK-Tip (Kiritsuke-Style Tip)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife features a kiritsuke-style “K-tip”, giving it a more angular, aggressive point. It excels in precise tip work — fine slicing, scoring, and detail tasks — while still maintaining the versatility of a standard gyuto. A subtle change in profile provides a finer, more precise tip without affecting general use — and it looks ace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKotetsu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKotetsu is one of the house brands of Takayuki Shibata, one of Japan's most respected knife sharpeners. Based in Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture, Shibata is renowned for producing exceptionally thin grinds and precise blade geometry, creating knives that glide effortlessly through food with minimal resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChromax Steel – Semi-Stainless Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChromax is a semi-stainless steel developed to bridge the gap between carbon and stainless. It takes a very keen edge and holds it well, with a toughness that suits daily use. It's more forgiving than many high-carbon steels, while still offering that crisp, responsive feel on the stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's not fully stainless, so it may develop a light patina over time, but it's far less reactive than traditional carbon steels — a practical option for those who want performance without the full maintenance demands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSan Mai – Three-Layer Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructed using san mai, with a hard Chromax core steel clad in softer stainless steel. This structure protects the core, adds durability, and makes maintenance easier by reducing reactivity along the blade faces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Gyuto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — 240mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Chromax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — San Mai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash by hand with warm water and a mild detergent, then dry thoroughly after use. Never put the knife in a dishwasher or leave it soaking in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this knife has a semi-stainless cutting edge, it should still be dried after use. Over time, the exposed edge may develop a light patina, which is a normal characteristic of Chromax steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge Verification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge is verified at checkout where required, and again by the courier on delivery where applicable. 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