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Yu Kurosaki Gekko Gyuto 210mm
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Gyuto – The Japanese Chef’s Knife
The gyuto is the Japanese answer to the Western chef’s knife, designed as a true multipurpose blade. With a gently curved belly and pointed tip, it’s suitable for slicing, chopping, and rocking through a wide variety of ingredients. Lightweight and thin compared to European styles, the gyuto combines speed, sharpness, and control — a favourite for both professionals and home cooks.
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Nashiji – “Pear-Skin” Texture
Nashiji refers to the lightly textured, mottled finish resembling the skin of a pear. It helps reduce food sticking during prep while giving the blade a subtle, organic character.
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Yu Kurosaki
Yu Kurosaki is one of Japan’s most celebrated young blacksmiths, known for blending traditional forging with bold, modern design. Working from Echizen in Fukui Prefecture, he handcrafts knives that are admired for their cutting performance, edge retention and striking aesthetics. His signature finishes — such as Shizuku (raindrop) and Fujin (wind god) — have earned him worldwide recognition among chefs, home cooks and collectors.
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VGXEOS
An advanced stainless steel engineered for high wear resistance, excellent edge retention and long-term durability — a superb choice for a hardworking kitchen knife.
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Steel Care
• Hand wash only — never use a dishwasher
• Dry thoroughly after use
• Use wooden or soft plastic cutting boards
• Store safely: knife block, magnetic rack or saya
• Sharpen with whetstones for the best long-term results
• Stainless steels resist patina, but minor discolouration can occur with use
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Specifications
• Blade shape: Gyuto
• Maker: Yu Kurosaki
• Steel: VGXEOS
• Blade length: 210mm
• Blade finish: Nashiji
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Age Restriction
You 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 may withhold delivery if suitable proof is not provided.
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.
