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The blacksmith at Yamashin utilizes the ever-popular Aogami #2 carbon steel as his cutting edge on this great performing gyuto. He surrounds this core with a layer of soft carbon steel using a hammer forge technique known as san-mai. The jigane (outer layer) is given a kurouchi finish which results from leaving the black carbon deposit from the forging process on the face of the steel. It is quite a smooth finish, which aids with food release. While this rustic kurouchi finish will inhibit oxidation, this knife is an all-carbon steel construction and will patina with normal use.
This is a nicely proportioned blade. It is not a super thin, and would be considered more of a middleweight. What you get with this gyuto is an honest blade with a very good grind and good heat treatment, all at an attractive price. The edge is well made and it is quite thin at the tip. The great looks are enhanced by a nicely made red sandalwood and pakka wood handle. This is a perfect workhorse knife or a good entry point into the fascinating world of Japanese kitchen knives.Maker: Yamashin
Location: Tosa, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Core Edge Steel: Hitachi Blue #2
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi
Length: 215mm
Overall Length: 360mm
Spine Thickness: 3.8mm
Weight: 6oz / 172g
Height: 47mm
Grind: Double Bevel (See Choil Shot)
Handle: Red Sandalwood
Ferrule: Colored Pakka Wood
This is a nicely proportioned blade. It is not a super thin, and would be considered more of a middleweight. What you get with this gyuto is an honest blade with a very good grind and good heat treatment, all at an attractive price. The edge is well made and it is quite thin at the tip. The great looks are enhanced by a nicely made red sandalwood and pakka wood handle. This is a perfect workhorse knife or a good entry point into the fascinating world of Japanese kitchen knives.
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Great knife, but a rough choil., October 22, 2024Posted By: Samuel
It's a not a bad knife, don't get me wrong. The main issue that I had with it was that I found that the choil was really rough. I would get significant pain after using the knife for some time. It's not quite sharp, but it's pretty close. If you're not comfortable sanding it down yourself with sandpaper or a file, I would actually consider this knife to be a no-go.
The other issue that I had was that the balance point was a bit too far out for my taste. I found that it sat a bit past where my fingers were comfortable. Maybe if you have really big hands it could work for you. That being said, I wear a large glove, and I thought it was too far out.
Neither of these issues are huge, and the knife certainly makes up for them in terms of performance and price. I can't really speak to the sharpness out of the box, because I always sharpen my knives right away. That being said, the knife holds a pretty good edge. It's not the hardest blade I've used, but it's certainly enough for pretty much any cooking task.
It's a not a bad knife, don't get me wrong. The main issue that I had with it was that I found that the choil was really rough. I would get significant pain after using the knife for some time. It's not quite sharp, but it's pretty close. If you're not comfortable sanding it down yourself with sandpaper or a file, I would actually consider this knife to be a no-go.
The other issue that I had was that the balance point was a bit too far out for my taste. I found that it sat a bit past where my fingers were comfortable. Maybe if you have really big hands it could work for you. That being said, I wear a large glove, and I thought it was too far out.
Neither of these issues are huge, and the knife certainly makes up for them in terms of performance and price. I can't really speak to the sharpness out of the box, because I always sharpen my knives right away. That being said, the knife holds a pretty good edge. It's not the hardest blade I've used, but it's certainly enough for pretty much any cooking task.
Ohh manPosted By: Anil
This knife is amazing. It’s beautiful. From the finish to the colors on the handle. To the weight in your hand. You will fall in love with how it cuts, rocks, and glides through product. You can get slices like you were using a mandoline slicer. I need atleast two more. I hope you guys get more in stock soon
This knife is amazing. It’s beautiful. From the finish to the colors on the handle. To the weight in your hand. You will fall in love with how it cuts, rocks, and glides through product. You can get slices like you were using a mandoline slicer. I need atleast two more. I hope you guys get more in stock soon
