This is the Custom Limited Edition and result for making one of a kinds, Custom Limited Edition Mizuno Tanrenjo Ao Hagane DX Blue Steel No.1 Wa Gyuto Knife.

This Special Custom Order Mizuno Tanrenjo Ao Hagane DX Wa-Gyuto knife shares the same blade shape and geometry as the popular "Masamoto KS-3124", 240mm Wa-Gyuto. Master Mizuno makes this knife with an especially thin blade cross-section and we think he has produced another fine & practical Wa-Gyuto !

The Akitada Ao Hagane DX Series is the highest-grade of knives among Mizuno Tanrenjo large selections and is made using Hitachi Aogami #1 (Blue Steel No1; HRc. 62-63). Blue Steel No.1 Wa-Bocho (Japanese traditional-style knives) are rarely seen because the high Carbon content (1.30-1.40%) of the steel makes it difficult to work with. Blue Steel No.1 also contains greater amounts of Chromium (0.30 -0.50%) and Tungsten / Wolfram (1.50- 2.00%) than Blue Steel No.2, which form hard carbides in the steel and thus improve edge retention.

Mizuno Tanrenjo Ao Hagane DX knife is handcrafted and hand sharpened using traditional methods by Mizuno’s highly experienced and talented craftsmen and receive the utmost attention during each stage of production to ensure that no compromises are made. 

 This Custom Limited Edition Mizuno Tanrenjo Wa Gyuto knife knife is fitted with a Innovative Octagonal Desert Ironwood handle with a Turquoise Composite Stone Ferrule & Butt with Nickel Silver Spacers.  For safekeeping, this knife comes with a matching Black Lacquered Saya (Sheath) with a black pakkawood Saya pin.

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: Mizuno Tanrenjo Akitada Ao Hagane DX Blue Steel No.1 "KS Style" Wa Gyuto

Blade Material:  Blue Steel No.1 Clad

Rockwell Hardness (HRc): 62 to 63

Blade Grind and Edge Shape:Double Bevel Edge 50/50

Handle Material: Octagonal Desert Ironwood handle with a Turquoise Composite Stone Ferrule & Butt with Nickel Silver Spacers

Saya Included: Yes.

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 Carbon steel blade kitchen knife that can get rust and discolor easily, and requires extra care and attention to prevent rust.