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Mizuno Tanrenjo Akitada Hontanren Series Knife is made with Ao-ko #2 (Blue Steel No.2; HRc. 62-63) and is the best-selling range of knives among Mizuno large selections.
Hontanren Series knife is forged, sharpened and polished (Hon Kasumi finished) using traditional methods and Mizuno Tanrenjo’s passion for fine craftsmanship ensures that these knives have outstanding sharpness and cutting performance.
This knife is fitted with a traditional Japanese ‘D-shaped’ magnolia wood handle with a water buffalo horn ferrule / collar and also includes a matching magnolia wood Saya (Sheath) for safekeeping.
The Gyuto is the Japanese version of the classic Western Chef’s knife. It can be used with a variety of different cutting techniques to achieve a wide range of kitchen tasks and is suitable for cutting the vast majority of meats, fish, vegetables and fruits. The Gyuto is true multi-purpose knife.
Notice about White and Marbled Water Buffalo Horn Ferrules for Mizuno Tanrenjo Knives
Unfortunately, Mizuno Tanrenjo and most other knife makers are now struggling to find the raw materials to make White or Marbled Water Buffalo Horn Ferrules for their knife handles.
Due to these difficult and unfortunate circumstances, we regret to inform our customers that Mizuno Tanrenjo is no longer able to accept requests for a specific color of Water Buffalo Horn Ferrule. However, we firmly believe in the high quality and craftsmanship of Mizuno Tanrenjo’s traditionally-forged Japanese knives - They are one of the most well-respected producers of traditionally-forged Japanese knives - and we highly recommend them!
Thank you very much for your understanding and attention.
Knife Model: Mizuno Tanrenjo Akitada Hontanren Series Wa Gyuto with Shinogi
Blade Material: Blue Steel No.2
Rockwell Hardness (HRc): 62 to 63
Blade Grind and Edge Shape: Double Bevel Edge 50/50
Handle Material: D Shaped Magnolia Wooden Handle with Water Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Saya Included: Yes.
| Wa Gyuto 210mm (8.2") Total Length: 345mm BladeThickness: 3mm Total Weight: 160g |
| Wa Gyuto 240mm (9.4") Total Length: 390mm BladeThickness: 3.1mm Total Weight: 180g |
| Wa Gyuto 270mm (10.6") Total Length: 420mm BladeThickness: 3.1mm Total Weight: 205g |
| Wa Gyuto 300mm (11.8") Cutting edge length: 285mm Total Length: 455mm Blade Thickness: 4.5mm Blade Width: 53mm Total Weight: 264g |
This knife comes with 50/50 double bevel edge geometry for both right and left handed use.
This knife comes with D Shaped Magnolia Wooden Handle. (Normally designed for right hand use). For the left handed version, we work with the maker for adjusting the handle location suitable for left hand use.
We believe the quality and cutting performance of Japanese knives are the best in the world, and hope you enjoy fine craftsmanship and sharp edge with your new knife. With proper cares, every Japanese knife should be your special cooking partner for long times.
Important
This is the Carbon steel blade kitchen knife that can get rust and discolor easily, and requires extra care and attention to prevent rust.
SwitzerlandAfter purchasing the blue 1 KS version, I couldn't resist to get the Mizuno Tanrenjo Akitada Honranren series, but this time with Shinogi. Man, it's fantastic. Great blade shape and geometry and sharp out of the box. Highly recommended!
United StatesKnife lives up beyond my expectations. Not a laser but maybe a refined workhorse. You won’t be disappointed
SwedenAs a chef I wanted a longer workhorse knife for large vegetables and large amounts of mire poix/soffrito. I asked for the longest 300 mm gyuto that Mizuno had as well as the highest heel height. I have the Mizuno Blue nr 1 gyuto in 270 mm. That is plenty of length for most but the actual edge is closer to 260. A bit of a steeper edge and more bite thanks to a rougher stone improved the 270 for my needs. I live in a Nordic country and cut a lot of root veggies and cabbage. They both can wedge a bit with larger, harder root veggies but sometimes I want the extra durability of more thickness behind the edge. For softer vegetables and fruits, fish and meat they are fine as they are. The 240 version of Mizuno's gyuto (unlike the KS model) have a lot of belly and very little flat spot which doesn't suit me. The 270 and 300 do have the longer flat spot and that is why I have these. The magnolia handles are great and give them a nice blade forward balance.
United StatesThis is a great blue#2 gyuto. Mizunos are a bit shorter than some 240mm gyutos, which makes for a more nimble but still fully capable blade. It it not laser-thin, still substantial, but yet mange’s to fly through food better than many of my other knives. The knife comes in with a fairly sharp spine, which is typical for high end Japanese knives where they give you an ability to customize it. 3 minutes of fine-grit sandpaper polished the spine and brought it to exactly what I like. The geometry is also very nice, with good distal taper and almost symmetrical shape that supports good rocking cut as well as push cut and fine tip work. I upgraded to the ebony octagon handle, which makes for an even classier knife.
United StatesAmazing knife. Super sharp And best of all amazing customer service!
