{"product_id":"ohishi-vg10-gyuto-knife-240mm-tsuchime","title":"Ohishi VG10 Gyuto Knife 240mm Tsuchime","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"68\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eOhishi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – VG10 Tsuchime Gyuto 210mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"118\"\u003e––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"159\"\u003eGyuto – The Japanese Chef’s Knife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eThe gyuto is Japan’s take on the classic chef’s knife — designed as a genuine all-rounder. With a gentle curve through the belly and a fine, controllable tip, it handles slicing, chopping and light rocking with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"512\"\u003eCompared to most Western equivalents, it’s thinner and lighter, offering greater precision and a cleaner cutting feel on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"562\"\u003e––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eSan Mai Construction – VG10 Core\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eThis knife is built using \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"641\"\u003esan mai\u003c\/strong\u003e (three-layer) construction: a hard VG10 stainless core steel, clad in softer stainless outer layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"965\"\u003eVG10 is a proven high-performance stainless steel. It takes a fine edge, holds it well, and offers strong corrosion resistance — making it a practical choice for busy home kitchens and professional environments alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eIt’s the kind of steel that delivers performance without demanding constant attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eTsuchime Finish – Practical Texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eThe stamped \u003cstrong data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003etsuchime\u003c\/strong\u003e (hammered) finish creates shallow dimples across the blade face. These help reduce surface drag and minimise food sticking, particularly when slicing taller ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eIt also gives the knife a subtle, worked aesthetic — functional rather than decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eOhishi – Balanced Everyday Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eCrafted in Echizen, Japan, Ohishi knives are designed to strike a sensible balance: good geometry, reliable heat treatment and straightforward maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eThey’re an excellent entry point into Japanese knives, but equally at home in a more established kit. Thin behind the edge, well finished, and robust enough for regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003e––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003eHandle – Rosewood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003eFitted with a traditional rosewood wa handle. Lightweight, comfortable and well balanced against the 210mm blade length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003eSteel Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003e• Hand wash only — never dishwasher.\u003cbr data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003e• Dry thoroughly after use.\u003cbr data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2199\"\u003e• Use wooden or soft plastic boards.\u003cbr data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2238\"\u003e• Store safely in a block, on a magnetic rack, or in a saya.\u003cbr data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003e• Sharpen on whetstones as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eVG10 is stainless and will resist rust, but good habits will always extend edge life and overall longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003e––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2520\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003eBlade shape — Gyuto\u003cbr data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003eMaker — Ohishi\u003cbr data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2559\"\u003eConstruction — San mai\u003cbr data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003eCore steel — VG10 stainless\u003cbr data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003eFinish — Tsuchime\u003cbr data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003eEdge grind — 50\/50\u003cbr data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003eHandle — Rosewood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2837\"\u003eBlade length — 210mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003eTotal length — 335mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003eBlade height at heel — 45mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2752\"\u003eWeight — 182g\u003cbr data-start=\"2765\" data-end=\"2768\"\u003eSpine thickness at heel — 1.8mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2802\"\u003eThickness behind the edge — 0.3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2887\"\u003e––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003eAge Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"3136\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase this knife. By placing an order, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement. Community Cutlery may request age verification and withhold delivery if suitable proof is not provided.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Community Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55919919989121,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.communitycutlery.co.uk\/products\/ohishi-vg10-gyuto-knife-240mm-tsuchime","provider":"Community Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}