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This beautiful Damascus Wa Gyuto is forged and hand crafted by passionate forge smith Sukenari using R-2 steel. R-2 (Also known as SG-II ) is a high-quality Powdered Metallurgy (P.M.) High Speed Tool Steel from Kobelco. R-2 has a very rich chemical composition, which includes Carbon 1.25-1.45 %, Chromium 14- 16%, Molybdenum 2.3- 3.3 %, and Vanadium 1.8- 2.2 %.
Master Hanaki, the President of Sukenari, has crafted these very practical and special Powdered High Speed Tool Steel knives with an R-2 blade core / cutting edge (HRC. 63) and attractive Wavy Damascus cladding.
Why do JCK work closely with Sukenari to produce these R-2 Damascus Knives ?
Sukenari has been famous for making traditional Japanese Knives for many years, but this forward-looking company is always busy researching and challenging themselves to produce really special knives made from high-end and exotic steels.
Combining over 80 years of knife making experience with their knowledge of ancient forging techniques, Sukenari is able to craft knives with the outstanding cutting performance and practicality that culinary professionals demand.
R-2 is a well respected Powdered High Speed Tool Steel that Master Hanaki believes is one of the most practical cutlery steels available because it can provide an excellent blend of high cutting performance, edge retention, corrosion resistance and ease of maintenance. Unlike knives made from very hard Powdered High Speed Tool Steels, such as ZDP-189, R-2 can still be sharpened easily, without expensive specialist whetstones, and it offers better price-performance.
What is the secret behind the high cutting performance of these R-2 Damascus Knives?
The secret is a slightly convex blade, which is very thin behind the edge. This ideal blade profile is created by the sensitive touch and skill of an experienced craftsman, who uses a MIZU-TO 水砥 (A large, rotating, wet grinding wheel) to shape the blades by hand.
Sukenari have leveraged all of this expertise to make R-2 steel knives with a Simple & Beautiful Wavy Damascus pattern, extra high-cutting performance and excellent edge retention. We believe Sukenari’s core brand concept —Utilizing modern Japanese steels to produce professional-quality, practical knives with high cutting performance— is perfectly complimented by the Simple Beauty of these Damascus knives. We hope you will try them and enjoy this wonderful cutting performance and quality for many, many years in to the future.
This knife comes with octagonal magnolia wood handle with a water buffalo horn ferrule, and also includes a matching magnolia wooden 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.
Knife Model: JCK Original Fu-Rin-Ka-Zan R-2 Damascus Series Wa Gyuto
Blade Material: R-2 Damascus
Rockwell Hardness (HRc): 63
Blade Grind and Edge Shape: Double Bevel Edge 50/50
Handle Material: Octagonal Magnolia Wood Handle with Water Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Saya Included: Yes.
Wa Gyuto 210mm (8.2") |
Wa Gyuto 240mm (9.4") |
Wa Gyuto 270mm (10.6") Cutting edge length: 260mm Total Length: 410mm Blade Thickness: 2.6mm Blade Width: 52mm Handle Length: 140mm Total Weight: 230g |
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 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 Powdered High Speed Tool Steel blade kitchen knife that has a rust resistance for easy maintenance. However, it may get rust, if kept in wet condition.