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Master Masui chose and established the brand name “SHIKI” 四季 (“Four Seasons”) because his goal was to make a collection of hand-made knives that were just as beautiful as the four seasons of Japan. Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter; each season is beautiful and has its own distinct natural wonders, sights, sounds, smells, tastes, traditions and atmosphere.
The SHIKISAI (色彩) series of knives, which expresses the core concept behind Master Masui’s “Shiki” brand: the beauty of the four seasons of Japan.
This knife has a mirror-polished VG-10 Damascus stainless steel blade (HRc. 60-61) and a hand-contoured handle.
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.
Knife Model: SHIKI Shikisai Series Gyuto
Blade Material: VG-10 Damascus
Rockwell Hardness (HRc): 60 to 61
Blade Grind and Edge Shape: Double Bevel Edge 50/50
Handle Material: Black Pakkawood Handle Scales with Red Stripes
Saya Included: No.
| Gyuto 180mm (7") Cutting edge length: 180mm Total Length: 305mm Blade Thickness: 2.8mm Blade Width: 43mm Handle Length: 113mm Total Weight: 163g |
| Gyuto 210mm (8.2") Cutting edge length: 210mm Total Length: 335mm Blade Thickness: 2.8mm Blade Width: 47mm Handle Length: 118mm Total Weight: 197g |
| Gyuto 240mm (9.4") Cutting edge length: 240mm Total Length: 365mm Blade Thickness: 2.8mm Blade Width: 48mm Handle Length:115mm Total Weight: 200g |
This knife comes with 50/50 double bevel edge geometry for both right and left handed use.
For your information, Japanese Kitchen knives are generally designed for right hand use with a slightly thicker and rounded grinding on the right side blade and a less rounded (almost straight flat) grinding on the left side blade. However, both right and left hander can use the knives that have double bevel edge sharpened 50/50 without problems.
We believe quality and performance of Japanese knives are best in the world and hope you enjoy fine craftsmanship and spirits from your new knife. With proper cares, every Japanese knife can be your special cooking partner for long time.
Important
This is the Stainless steel blade kitchen knife, which has good rust resistance for easy maintenance. However even stainless steel blade kitchen knife has rust situation if you leave it with wet condition.
