Gihei HAP40 Gyuto 210mm|Semi-Stainless High Speed Steel|CKTG

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Gihei HAP40 Gyuto 210mm

Gihei HAP40 Gyuto 210mm

Gihei HAP40 Gyuto 210mm

Gihei HAP40 Gyuto 210mm

Gihei HAP40 Gyuto 210mm

The gyuto featured here is constructed using HAP40 PM semi-stainless steel as the inner core (hagane) with a solid outer jigane made from stainless steel. HAP40 is a very good steel for kitchen knives, especially when heat treated to 65-66 HRC. The heat treatment applied to Gihei blades is of notable quality. This combination results in a knife that takes an excellent edge and stays sharp for a long time.

The 210mm gyuto is a simple yet elegant knife. It is pretty light, even for a small gyuto, and features a lovely grind that starts relatively high on the blade. Fit and finish are of equally fine quality, and this attribute is emphasized with the addition of a lovely semi-custom urushi octagonal handle. Therefore, it is a good choice for both left- and right-handed users. The profile is quite curved for a gyuto, and this makes it a good blade for rocking cutters.

This all-around great knife is perfect for users looking for a smaller chef-type knife that will hold its edge for an incredibly long time.

Brand: Gihei

Blacksmith: Hosokawa-San

Region: Sanjo City, Japan

Handle: Urushi Octagonal Oak

Weight: 5.0 oz (142 g)

Blade Length: 203 mm

Total Length: 350 mm

Spine Thickness at Heel: 2 mm

Blade Height: 41 mm

Photos by Gustavo Bermudez

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Great knife sad handle

Posted By: Matthew Kreider
16 people found this review helpful

This knife would be 5 stars. Holds an edge gets wicked sharp looks sexy. But does not have a full tang and my handle came off. I've tried rehandling but the 3 inch tang doesn't hold up. I don't abuse it I just use it every day as you should. It I did until it broke on me

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Great knife sad handle

Posted By: Matthew Kreider
16 people found this review helpful

This knife would be 5 stars. Holds an edge gets wicked sharp looks sexy. But does not have a full tang and my handle came off. I've tried rehandling but the 3 inch tang doesn't hold up. I don't abuse it I just use it every day as you should. It I did until it broke on me

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Great knife sad handle

Posted By: Matthew Kreider
16 people found this review helpful

This knife would be 5 stars. Holds an edge gets wicked sharp looks sexy. But does not have a full tang and my handle came off. I've tried rehandling but the 3 inch tang doesn't hold up. I don't abuse it I just use it every day as you should. It I did until it broke on me

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Great knife sad handle

Posted By: Matthew Kreider
16 people found this review helpful

This knife would be 5 stars. Holds an edge gets wicked sharp looks sexy. But does not have a full tang and my handle came off. I've tried rehandling but the 3 inch tang doesn't hold up. I don't abuse it I just use it every day as you should. It I did until it broke on me

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Great knife sad handle

Posted By: Matthew Kreider
16 people found this review helpful

This knife would be 5 stars. Holds an edge gets wicked sharp looks sexy. But does not have a full tang and my handle came off. I've tried rehandling but the 3 inch tang doesn't hold up. I don't abuse it I just use it every day as you should. It I did until it broke on me

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Great knife sad handle

Posted By: Matthew Kreider
16 people found this review helpful

This knife would be 5 stars. Holds an edge gets wicked sharp looks sexy. But does not have a full tang and my handle came off. I've tried rehandling but the 3 inch tang doesn't hold up. I don't abuse it I just use it every day as you should. It I did until it broke on me

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Posted By: Edward Roth - verified customer
11 people found this review helpful

Sorry, I could not wait for the invite...I reviewed this knife already...Nothing has changed, great knife.

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One of the Best!

Posted By: Edward Roth - verified customer
7 people found this review helpful

I must reiterate everything Dan Gilles and Jordan Ross have said...it is the most I have paid for a knife and certainly very close to the best knife I own. It took me a while to get this knife stupid sharp but when I did it is awesome, cutting beautifully anything thrown at it. Holds a remarkable edge even after chopping on a Maple board. I love the the lower profile and laser-like look of this gyuto. The handle is beautifully finished and a nice contrast to the stainless cladding. It is very light in hand making precise cuts easy,agile enough to steer round produce and has enough rocker profile for herbs and small and leafy produce alike. Everything about the Gihei HAP 40 210 Gyuto draws me in to wanting to use it more and more. Like Mr. Ross has said...if it is in stock and you need an eight inch chef...buy it, you will not be disappointed.

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Excellent

Posted By: Andre Villahermosa - verified customer
7 people found this review helpful

Great knife , doesn't stain easily. Keeps a edge better than most knives . Highly recommended.

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Great knife for the price

Posted By: Alain - verified customer
9 people found this review helpful

Recently purchased this knife and have been using it for several days now and I must admit it is an impressive knife for the price. As the video stated, the edge out of the box is not that great, however it definitely sharpens quickly (doesn't feel like a 65-66 HRC knife) and has currently held it's edge very nicely. The handle finish is very nice and has a thorough lacquer over it, however it could use a tad more on fit and finish (amazing for the price though). I definitely recommend this knife.

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perfect steel

Posted By: Dan Gilles - verified customer
11 people found this review helpful

This is the most i have ever spent for a knife...that being said..after sharpening it to a razor edge the performance is quite remarkable..very light and agile....very subtle, and it's hold on the edge is remarkable.This knife is worth the price...

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gyuto hap40

Posted By: robertofiorentino - verified customer
5 people found this review helpful

gradirei sapere cosa fare per acquistare Gyuto hap40, e ricevere istruzioni in ligua italiana; grazie per l'attenzione, cordiali saluti da Roberto Fiorentino.

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Best Knife I've Ever Owned

Posted By: Jordan Ross - verified customer
10 people found this review helpful

I'm not one to review, but this is truly the best knife I've ever owned. Everything about it is perfect. It's profile, width, grind, weight, feel, truly everything about it is phenomenal. The best thing about it is the steel. The HAP40 holds an edge longer than any AS knife I've ever owned. Not only does it hold an edge but it sharpens with ease and gets spooky sharp. Literally flies through prep. If you're considering this knife and it's not out of stock, I'd recommend you go for it.

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