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Mizuno Tanrenjo Honyaki DX Blue 2 Double Sided Mirror Ripple Gyuto 240mm

£1,725.00 GBP

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Knife Specifications

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Style

Honyaki Gyuto

Blade Material

Blue 2, Double Sided Ripple Hamon, Mirror Finish

Handle Material

Octagon African Blackwood with Blonde Buffalo Horn Bolster

Maintenance Level

High

Edge Length

230mm

Overall Length

395mm

Spine Thickness

3mm/2.5mm

Blade Height

53.5mm

Weight

235g

HRC

~64-65

An In depth look

Blade Type

The Gyuto knife, a cornerstone of Japanese culinary tradition, is a versatile, all-purpose chef's knife. Its name, translating to "beef sword," reflects its proficiency in slicing meat and in more modern times vegetables. However, its slightly curved blade excels in chopping, dicing, and mincing, making it indispensable in any kitchen.

Steel Type

Japanese Blue Steel #2, or "Aogami" #2, is a revered high-carbon steel alloyed with low amounts of chromium and tungsten. It strikes an excellent balance between durability, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. Slightly more ductile than Blue #1, it's widely used in crafting traditional Japanese knives, beloved by chefs for its resilience and sharpness, albeit is slightly softer than Blue 1.

Care Information

This knife is made from a high-carbon steel and as such, will require a little more care than a regular off-the-shelf knife. It must be dried shortly after use, as prolonged exposure to moisture can cause rust spots to appear. A very light coat of oil during storage also helps to prevent rust spots. A patina (colouration and seasoning of the steel) will occur with use.

Introducing

Mizuno Tanrenjo

Established in 1872, the Mizuno Tanrenjo workshop is one of the most prestigious blacksmith workshops in Japan. The history behind the workshop speaks for itself, with the works of 2nd generation blacksmith Masanori Mizuno still hanging on top of the pagoda at Japan's first UNESCO site.

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