These knives are crafted by the skilled blacksmiths of Moritaka Hamono, a family-owned business that has been forging blades for over 700 years. The 270mm
gyuto knife is a perfect example of the expertise and attention to detail that goes into each Moritaka knife.
The
Aogami Super steel used in this knife is of the highest quality. It has been treated to a Rockwell hardness of 65 HRC, which allows for excellent edge retention and a very high level of sharpness. The Kurouchi finish adds a rustic aesthetic to the knife, while the symmetric convex grind and flatter edge profile make it ideal for push and pull cutting.
The knife is constructed using the traditional technique of San Mai, with a layer of Aogami Super Steel forge-welded between two layers of soft iron. The tang is made of stainless steel for added corrosion resistance. The blade is paired with a lovely custom octagonal handle made with 4,000 year old bog oak.
Experience a higher level of performance, quality of steel, and tradition offered by Moritaka knives.
Blacksmith: Moritaka Hamono
Location: Yatsushiro, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Edge Steel: Aogami Super Steel
Cladding: Soft Iron
Tang: Stainless Steel
Edge Grind: Even (See Choil Photo)
Finish: Kurouchi
Handle: Custom Bog Oak Octagonal
Weight: 7.7 oz (218 g)
Edge Length: 271 mm
Total Length: 428 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 3.7 mm
Blade Height: 53.1 mm
Rockwell Hardness: 65 HRC