Hitohira TD Blue #2 Stainless Clad Kurouchi Gyuto 210mm Noyer — Stay Sharp Skip to content
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Hitohira TD Blue #2 Stainless Clad Kurouchi Gyuto 210mm Noyer

Hitohira TD Blue #2 Stainless Clad Kurouchi Gyuto 210mm Noyer

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$225.00 - $225.00
$225.00
$225.00 - $225.00
$225.00

Please note

Each handle is unique and may feature distinct variations, such as different shades or colors in the buffalo horn, which is part of its authentic, handcrafted character.

Store availability

Montréal ● Out of stock Québec ● Out of stock

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Description

Le mot japonais Gyuto (牛刀) se traduit littéralement par épée à boeuf. Le gyuto est l’équivalent du couteau de chef occidental et est conçu pour tout couper : légumes, viandes et poissons. Il est fait pour être utilisé avec la méthode « push-cut », en soulevant la lame entre chaque mouvement de coupe, ou encore avec la méthode du balancier. Il est important que la lame soit droite au moment de l’impact avec la planche à découper pour éviter les dommages au niveau du tranchant du couteau.

La ville de Sanjo dans la préfecture de Niigata est célèbre pour son travail de forge depuis les années 1600. Les premières années, on y forgeait principalement des clous à la main. Puis, à partir de 1660, des techniques de forge différentes y ont été présentées par des forgerons d’Aizu. Grâce à cela, les forgerons de la ville commencent à diversifier leur production. La qualité des outils et couteaux de Sanjo jouit alors d’une forte réputation au Japon, ce qui est encore le cas aujourd’hui.

Expliqué simplement, l’Aogami #2 développé par Hitachi Metals est un acier fabriqué à partir de Shirogami #2 dans lequel on ajoute un peu de chrome et de tungstène pour une meilleure durabilité et une plus grande résistance à la corrosion. En plus de ça, la teneur en carbone plus élevé de l’acier permet d'obtenir une meilleure rétention de coupe. Objectivement, l’Aogami #2 est une amélioration par rapport au Shirogami #2. Pour les amateurs de patine par contre, l’acier Shirogami est plus réactif à l’oxydation et se pourrait un avantage.

Tips for best results

Make sure your knife will deliver its absolute best by having it professionally sharpened at least once a year. Please note that our meticulously handcrafted Japanese knives are – unless otherwise noted – carbon steel and not stainless steel. To prevent rust, make sure the blades are patted dry – especially when cutting acidic items. Never cut frozen foods, hard products, bone, or twist the blade when using. Never soak in water after use or put in the dishwasher. After use, store in a cool, dry place and avoid high temperature fluctuations. 

Our commitment to you – our customers
Warranty

Every knife we carry has a lifetime warranty from manufacturing defects and errors. For example, if the handle becomes detached or cracks appear after a few weeks of proper use. Or if there are any blade cracks from the edge to the spine. While such defects are indeed rare, they can occur. In such cases, we will exchange the knife in question or give you a refund. Each warranty case is different depending on the criteria, and we reserve the right in each and every case to evaluate the applicability of our lifetime warranty in the event of any manufacturing defects and errors.

After-Sales service

Do you get the feeling that your knife just can’t “cut it”?

Each knife we carry is supplied with a so-called “factory edge”. Our chef knife range comprises more than 200 different products. While all our handcrafted Japanese knives ship with a “factory edge”, ultimate blade sharpness can vary. If you feel that your knife’s blade edge is not performing to its full potential, feel free to contact us and we will provide you with professional sharpening for free!

Oops! What about the truly Unthinkable?

Was it just through a slight slip of the hand that your knife accidentally fell on the floor and damaged its tip and blade, or it was used to cut a hard, frozen product and chipped? Don’t despair, get in touch with us and we will solve the problem through our in-house, professional sharpening and repair service.

Simply contact us or visit our store to get a free estimate.

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Dimensions

Size

210mm

Weight

172g

Total lenght

366mm

Handle length at tip

228mm

Edge lenght

214mm

Blade height

47mm

Blade thickness

3.5mm

Blade

Steel

Aogami #2 recouvert d'acier inoxydable

Steel type

Semi-stainless

Finish

Kurouchi

Handle

Handle material

Noyer et bague en érable

Details

Profile

Gyuto

Usage

Chef knife

Hand orientation

Ambidextrous

Making

Production area

Sanjo/ Niigata

What are the different types of Japanese knives?

What are the different types of Japanese knives?

Each Japanese knife is made with a specific purpose in mind. There are types of multi-purpose knives such as the Gyuto which is the equivalent of a chef's knife or the Santoku which translates into: three virtues, a name that well represents its multiplicity. The Sujihiki and the Yanagiba are made for slicing while the Nakiri and the Usuba are specialized for cutting vegetables. Without forgetting the Petty for precision tasks. The list goes on and the possibilities are diverse.

Why buy a Japanese knife?

Why buy a Japanese knife?

Japanese blades are lighter, very balanced, higher hardness, sharper and retain their sharpness longer. This allows the user greater control of his work tool and a clean cut to alter the texture and flavor of the food as little as possible.