A2 Gyuto

250x54mm gyuto in A2 tool steel, highly regarded for its toughness and edge holding ability. This blade is high carbon and reactive.

Convex ground with thin edge and sharp distal taper for ultimate performance. Polished spine and choil with satin, hand polished bevels and acid etched to highlight the banding pattern. Sharpened to 8k on stones. 

The handle is stabilised Paella burl with dark aged brass bolster with heirloom fit. 

This knife includes free standard shipping internationally with additional options at checkout.

Tech specs:

Steel: A2 Carbon Steel
Tested Hardness: 63.5 HRC 
Total length: 390mm
Length of cutting edge: 250mm
Blade height at heel: 54mm
Handle length: 130mm
Spine thickness -  
    Above heel: 4mm 
    Midway: 2.1mm
    10mm before tip: 0.3mm
Weight: 222g 

Please note this is a high hardness, keen edged high performance knife and as such care must be taken to protect the edge (i.e. please do not cut frozen foods).