[MINAMOTO-IZUMIMASA] VG10 Stainless Steel Gyuto 240mm (9.4") - Professional Chef Knife Hand-crafted in Sakai [MIM203303]

The 240mm (9.4") Gyuto is the preferred choice for professional chefs who demand efficiency and power in high-volume kitchens. Forged from premium VG10 stainless steel and meticulously heat-treated, this blade offers a superior edge that resists wear and corrosion. The hallmark of this knife is its razor-sharp profile, hand-honed by the master sharpeners at Matsuo Hamono in Sakai to ensure a level of precision that makes every cut effortless. With its 9.4-inch blade, this Gyuto excels in slicing large proteins and dicing voluminous vegetables with a single, smooth stroke. The added length and slight increase in weight allow the knife to do the work for you, providing a stable and powerful cutting experience that smaller knives cannot match. This is a high-performance tool crafted for those who require the ultimate in reach, durability, and the legendary sharpness of Sakai-made cutlery.

As we manufacture your order after receiving it, it will take at least 3 weeks for delivery.

About a maker, MINAMOTO-IZUMIMASA = Matsuo edges factory ( SAKAI, OSAKA pref )

MINAMOTO-IZUMIMASA is a brand name of Matsuo edges factory that is in SAKAI, OSAKA pref. Sakai is a kitchen knife producing area famous in the world. Among the factory of the Sakai, technology MATSUO edges blacksmith is especially good. Prominent cutlery store in Japan is coming to purchase a large number. Therefore, It is a blacksmith and grinder that is selected to chef of Japanese cuisine.
The top of master name is Yoshiaki Matsuo (photo). His skills gained from long experience are used in high-grade products. Kyohei Matsuo and Tsubasa Matsuo are Yoshiaki's cousin. They are also masters of kitchen knife griding.
* MATSUO edges factory has still a repertoire of size and material. If you want another material or another size, please let me know your request.

The notes on use about Chef knife (Gyuto) 240mm Sweden steel [MINANMOTO-IZUMIMASA]

* Please do not twist.
* You can cut anything other than hard. (For example, other than bone)
* It rusts for a steel part. Please wipe after use well.
* Please grind with a whetstone, if it becomes difficult to cut.
* If edged tool oil is applied, it will last long more.