This 210 mm SLD gyuto is suitable for both a swinging cut and a “push-cut.” It has sufficient height to keep your fingers clear during repeated cuts. The gyuto’s curved profile allows for a continuous motion without having to lift the blade entirely, making it effective for vegetables, meats, and fish in everyday use.
The sanmai construction combines an SKD-11 core with a kurozome Damascus jigane cladding on each side. This geometry concentrates the hard steel at the cutting edge, while the cladding supports the blade and stabilizes the thickness progression behind the edge. The olive wood wa-style handle offers a warm hue with pronounced grain, and its natural density provides a good balance for a blade of this size.
SLD is a semi-stainless tool steel, adapted for cutlery by the Sanjo forges. With a chromium content of around 11 to 13%, it offers better corrosion resistance than pure carbon steel, though it does not reach the strength of standard stainless steel. It can be sharpened to a fine edge on water stones and requires a number of passes comparable to that of carbon steel. It develops little to no patina under normal use.
Care
Rinse and dry after each use. Do not leave acidic residue on the blade. Never wash in the dishwasher.
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