Brand: Sakai Kikumori
Type: Gyuto
Size: 240mm
Steel Type: AUS-8
Steel: Stainless Steel
Handle: Rosewood & Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octogonal
Total Length: 383mm
Edge Length: 242mm
Handle to Tip Length: 250mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Thickness: 2.5mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Weight: 191g
Bevel: Double
Hand Orientation: 50/50
AUS-8 is a Molybdenum stainless steel containing Vanadium, which adds hardness to the steel, aiding in edge-retention and durability. Molybdenum helps with corrosion resistance. AUS-8 is a great choice for people new to Japanese knives and/or sharpening, line cooks, prep cooks, or home cooks because:
-It is easy to sharpen and/or hone
-Has good corrosion resistance
-Is reasonably priced
-Offers a good balance of hardness and corrosion resistance
Gyuto is a multipurpose knife equivalent to a chefs knife that can be used for many tasks such as cutting and slicing meat, fish, vegetables and fruit. The fine tip of the blade allows for more detailed work. This is a great option for a wide range of tasks.
Founded in 1926 and based in Osaka Prefecture, Sakai Kikumori, also known as Kawamura Hamono, employs some of the best blacksmiths and sharpeners in Japan, among them is Yoshikazu Tanaka, a highly regarded blacksmith. They have crafted white and blue steel knives that have appealed to traditional and more modern tastes for many years. Sakai’s rich evolution of knife making, which dates back some 600 years, is proudly represented by this company.
